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YT08 LXJ

2008 Suzuki Swift

Black Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Feb 2021
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

68,930 mi
Last recorded68,930 miles
Recorded on25 Jan 2020
Typical for 2008 Suzuki Swift61,317 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYT08 LXJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Jan 2020 68,930 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Gear box bearing noisy.

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 5 Feb 2019 66,691 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2019 66,691 miles

Nearside Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 5 Feb 2018 64,447 miles

Battery weak [went flat]

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Front number plate loose

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view backing missing (8.1.2a)

Nearside Front footwell wet ?

Fail 5 Feb 2018 64,447 miles

Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Battery weak [went flat]

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Front number plate loose

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view backing missing (8.1.2a)

Nearside Front footwell wet ?

Pass 6 Feb 2017 58,872 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Off side rear brake binding

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 27 Jan 2016 53,437 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

slight corrosion on all brake surfaces

Pass 7 Apr 2015 51,314 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 22 Mar 2014 45,396 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2013 35,334 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2012 27,284 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 15 Mar 2011 19,338 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki Swift?

Based on 2,247,517 MOT tests across 189,488 vehicles.

76.1%
Pass Rate
5,184
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
189,488
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 45,954
Brake pipe excessively corroded 39,596
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 30,285
position lamp(s) not working 21,526
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 21,472
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YT08 LXJ is a 2008 Suzuki Swift in Black with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2008 Suzuki Swift models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.6% with a typical mileage of 61,317 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Suzuki Swift fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 45,954 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YT08 LXJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki Swift typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 18 years old, this Suzuki Swift is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YT08 LXJ registered?

YT08 LXJ is a 2008 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is YT08 LXJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for YT08 LXJ shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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