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YX08 YBV

2008 Suzuki Swift

Red Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Dec 2022
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

70,302 mi
Last recorded70,302 miles
Recorded on22 Dec 2021
Typical for 2008 Suzuki Swift61,317 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYX08 YBV
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Dec 2021 70,302 miles
Pass 24 Dec 2020 65,761 miles

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

Pass 25 Jun 2019 60,182 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2019 60,182 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Jun 2018 59,204 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2017 57,481 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2017 57,480 miles

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

Pass 25 Apr 2016 55,178 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2015 47,016 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2014 38,469 miles

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

Pass 22 Apr 2013 29,845 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2012 21,853 miles

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

Pass 6 May 2011 14,359 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2011 14,171 miles

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

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 YBV is a 2008 Suzuki Swift in Red with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 YX08 YBV, 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 YBV registered?

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

Is YX08 YBV safe to buy?

The MOT history for YX08 YBV shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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