2008 Suzuki Swift 1.3L Petrol · LJ58 LJA
2008 Suzuki Swift (1.3L, petrol). First registered 01 Jan 2009. Recorded mileage 134,317 miles. MOT valid until 21 Jun 2027. Taxed until 01 Jul 2027.
- Make & Model
- SUZUKI SWIFT
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Wimbledon (South London)
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 21 Jun 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Jul 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 134,317 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 1.3L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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LJ58 LJA Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 23/06/2026
- 134,317 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 3 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (6 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
LJ58 LJA 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 (LJ58 LJA) between May 2023 and June 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 23 June 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (6 issues), Brakes (5 issues), Suspension (1 issue), Lighting (1 issue), Windscreen (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 12 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: “Front Windscreen washer not working both (3.5 (a))”; “Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))”.
LJ58 LJA Mileage History
- 30/05/2023113,104 mi
- 24/05/2024123,980 mi+10,876 mi
- 06/05/2025129,312 mi+5,332 mi
- 22/06/2026134,315 mi+5,003 mi
- 23/06/2026134,317 mi+2 mi
Average of roughly 6,919 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Suzuki Suzuki Swift (Mk1/ZC31S)
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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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