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Suzuki Swift

Yellow · Petrol · 2005 · 1,490 cc

L8 TBJMOT history

L8 TBJ is a yellow petrol Suzuki Swift first used on 1 Sept 2005. Its MOT expired on 10 Oct 2023 and it has passed 15 of 21 MOT tests, with 96,994 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Oct 2023.

L8 TBJ yellow Suzuki Swift – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Suzuki Swift, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 10 Oct 2023
Mileage
96,994 mi
At MOT on 17 Oct 2023
MOT tests
21
15 passed · 6 failed
Per year
4,221 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L8 TBJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Suzuki
Model
Swift
Colour
Yellow
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,490 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
1 Sept 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 10 Oct 2023
Latest MOT test
17 Oct 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

L8 TBJ was last recorded at 96,994 miles on 17 Oct 2023, 94 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Sept 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
96,900 miles · 30 Sept 2022
Between the last two tests
94 miles
Average per year
4,221 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 96,994 miles
  • 2022 – 96,900 miles
  • 2021 – 95,646 miles
  • 2020 – 94,655 miles
  • 2019 – 93,067 miles
  • 2018 – 89,840 miles
  • 2017 – 86,941 miles
  • 2016 – 83,217 miles
  • 2015 – 78,492 miles
  • 2014 – 72,398 miles
  • 2013 – 68,217 miles
  • 2012 – 62,431 miles
  • 2011 – 55,239 miles
  • 2010 – 50,601 miles
  • 2009 – 43,379 miles
  • 2008 – 33,615 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail96,994 miles
  • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Sub-frame corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryMulti rib belt noisy

What MOT failures mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2014

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2014

  • Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2009

Full MOT history

21 tests since 11 Oct 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail96,994 miles (+94)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,994 miles
    Test number
    272391210405
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Sub-frame corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryMulti rib belt noisy

  2. Pass96,900 miles (+1,254)
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    96,900 miles
    Test number
    440350512929

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass95,646 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    95,646 miles
    Test number
    102356178519

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail95,646 miles (+991)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,646 miles
    Test number
    785252216886
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))

  5. Pass94,655 miles (+1,588)
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    94,655 miles
    Test number
    736689725537

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass93,067 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    93,067 miles
    Test number
    184178218631

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail93,067 miles (+3,227)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,067 miles
    Test number
    798036150898
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass89,840 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    89,840 miles
    Test number
    168044554188

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail89,840 miles (+2,899)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,840 miles
    Test number
    720761213191
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

  10. Pass86,941 miles (+3,724)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    86,941 miles
    Test number
    305080782494
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (2.4.G.2)

  11. Pass83,217 miles (+4,725)
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    83,217 miles
    Test number
    810762102742

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass78,492 miles (+6,094)
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    78,492 miles
    Test number
    245222882876

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass72,398 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    72,398 miles
    Test number
    379002384426
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  14. Fail72,398 miles (+4,181)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,398 miles
    Test number
    669032184212
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  15. Pass68,217 miles (+5,786)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    68,217 miles
    Test number
    555995973214
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  16. Pass62,431 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    62,431 miles
    Test number
    306453482492
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  17. Fail62,431 miles (+7,192)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,431 miles
    Test number
    367693482413
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  18. Pass55,239 miles (+4,638)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    55,239 miles
    Test number
    618099751279
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  19. Pass50,601 miles (+7,222)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    50,601 miles
    Test number
    842251680200
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  20. Pass43,379 miles (+9,764)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    43,379 miles
    Test number
    323180289299
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

  21. Pass33,615 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    33,615 miles
    Test number
    342265388241
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about L8 TBJ

Does L8 TBJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L8 TBJ expired on 10 Oct 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L8 TBJ?
The MOT on L8 TBJ expired on 10 Oct 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L8 TBJ done?
L8 TBJ was recorded at 96,994 miles at its MOT on 17 Oct 2023, an average of 4,221 miles a year.
Has L8 TBJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L8 TBJ has failed 6 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Oct 2023.
Has the mileage on L8 TBJ ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on L8 TBJ find?
L8 TBJ failed its latest MOT on 17 Oct 2023 with 3 major defects and 4 advisories: nearside front lower suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn; offside front lower suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn; offside front sub-frame corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced, and 4 more.

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