2008 Suzuki Swift 1.3L Petrol · YC08 XLU
2008 Suzuki Swift (1.3L, petrol). First registered 17 Apr 2008. Recorded mileage 103,991 miles. MOT valid until 14 Apr 2027.
- Make & Model
- SUZUKI SWIFT
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Leeds
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 14 Apr 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 103,991 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.3L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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YC08 XLU Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 28/03/2026
- 103,991 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (11 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
YC08 XLU 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 (YC08 XLU) between December 2023 and March 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 28 March 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: Brakes (11 issues), Suspension (6 issues), Lighting (5 issues), Tyres (2 issues), Windscreen (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 13 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 Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))”; “Nearside Rear Seat belt buckle missing (7.1.2 (d))”; “Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))”.
YC08 XLU Mileage History
- 01/12/202392,304 mi
- 09/12/202497,835 mi+5,531 mi
- 15/04/202597,841 mi+6 mi
- 16/04/202597,845 mi+4 mi
- 28/03/2026103,991 mi+6,146 mi
Average of roughly 5,034 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
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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