2008 Suzuki Swift 1.5L Petrol · PE08 FXA
2008 Suzuki Swift (1.5L, petrol). First registered 01 Mar 2008. Recorded mileage 150,322 miles. MOT valid until 18 Oct 2027.
- Make & Model
- SUZUKI SWIFT
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Preston
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 18 Oct 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 150,322 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.5L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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PE08 FXA Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 29/09/2026
- 150,322 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 4 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (14 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
PE08 FXA 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 (PE08 FXA) between September 2023 and September 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 29 September 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: Suspension (14 issues), Brakes (9 issues), Tyres (5 issues), Steering (4 issues), Lighting (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 32 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: “Nearside Rear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system grabbing severely (1.3.1 (c))”; “Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))”; “Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))”.
PE08 FXA Mileage History
- 27/09/2023138,127 mi
- 17/10/2024144,524 mi+6,397 mi
- 16/10/2025147,979 mi+3,455 mi
- 29/09/2026150,322 mi+2,343 mi
- 29/09/2026150,322 mi
Average of roughly 4,057 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Suzuki Suzuki Swift (Mk1/ZC31S)
Our database tracks 3 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
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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