2008 Suzuki Swift 1.3L Petrol · FV08 PLF
2008 Suzuki Swift (1.3L, petrol). First registered 01 Jun 2008. Recorded mileage 93,541 miles. MOT valid until 14 Aug 2027. Taxed until 01 Aug 2027.
- Make & Model
- SUZUKI SWIFT
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Lincoln
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 14 Aug 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Aug 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 93,541 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 1.3L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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FV08 PLF Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 10/08/2026
- 93,541 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 3 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (7 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
FV08 PLF MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2008 Suzuki Swift (FV08 PLF) between August 2024 and August 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 10 August 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (7 issues), Lighting (3 issues), Tyres (2 issues), Brakes (2 issues), Bodywork (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 8 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Offside Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner sill holed (7.1.1 (”; “Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner sill holed (7.1.1 (a) (i”; “Offside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))”.
FV08 PLF Mileage History
- 09/08/202485,503 mi
- 10/08/202485,503 mi
- 05/08/202589,648 mi+4,145 mi
- 09/08/202589,656 mi+8 mi
- 10/08/202693,541 mi+3,885 mi
Average of roughly 4,017 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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