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YX08 YBU

2008 Suzuki Swift

Silver Petrol 1586cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Sep 2019
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

131,873 mi
Last recorded131,873 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2018
Typical for 2008 Suzuki Swift61,317 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYX08 YBU
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,586cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 17 Sep 2018 131,873 miles

Chip in windscreen

Pass 14 Sep 2017 120,312 miles

Front exhaust mounting broken

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside rear tyre deteriorated/cracked

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 21 Sep 2016 109,088 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 28 Sep 2015 93,304 miles

Centre Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded to flexi (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement radius arm rear (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement radius arm rear (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

battery loose

Pass 27 Sep 2014 89,181 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2013 75,867 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 2 Jul 2012 53,068 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2012 47,286 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 24 Feb 2011 32,129 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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YX08 YBU is a 2008 Suzuki Swift in Silver with a 1,586cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 YX08 YBU, 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 YX08 YBU registered?

YX08 YBU is a 2008 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 13 March 2008.

Is YX08 YBU safe to buy?

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