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YT08 LXW

2008 Suzuki Swift

White Petrol 1490cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Apr 2027
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

131,290 mi
Last recorded131,290 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Suzuki Swift61,317 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYT08 LXW
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,490cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2026 131,290 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 1 Apr 2025 129,492 miles

Nearside Front tyre scrubbed on inside edge.

Offside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front tyre scrubbed on inside edge.

Fail 1 Apr 2025 129,489 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment detected at lever. (1.1.6 (c))

Nearside Front tyre scrubbed on inside edge.

Offside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front tyre scrubbed on inside edge.

Pass 3 Apr 2024 128,157 miles

Front wipers are noisey.

Pass 31 Mar 2023 126,562 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2023 126,560 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Apr 2022 125,665 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 28 Mar 2022 125,659 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 30 Mar 2021 122,267 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 26 Mar 2021 122,229 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 24 Mar 2020 119,233 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 24 Mar 2020 119,233 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge very close to going to cords (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 Mar 2019 115,126 miles

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

all 4 tyres cracked in tread

Pass 28 Mar 2018 106,994 miles

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

brake pipes covered in grease not allowing full inspection

Pass 23 Feb 2017 97,062 miles

Brake pipes greased making a True and Safe assessment more difficult

Fuel pipe very corroded near fuel tank

Nearside Front tyre worn on inner edge of tread

Offside Front tyre worn on inner edge of tread

Fail 23 Feb 2017 97,062 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Brake pipes greased making a True and Safe assessment more difficult

Fuel pipe very corroded near fuel tank

Nearside Front tyre worn on inner edge of tread

Offside Front tyre worn on inner edge of tread

Pass 16 Feb 2016 87,712 miles

all brake pipes are coated in grease

Pass 19 Feb 2015 79,141 miles

brake pipes are covered in grease

Pass 24 Apr 2014 72,751 miles

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

Pass 24 Apr 2013 57,767 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2012 42,042 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2011 13,700 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 LXW is a 2008 Suzuki Swift in White with a 1,490cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 LXW, 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 LXW registered?

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

Is YT08 LXW safe to buy?

The MOT history for YT08 LXW shows 22 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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