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Suzuki Swift

Blue · Petrol · 2008 · 1,490 cc

LB08 YJAMOT history

LB08 YJA is a blue petrol Suzuki Swift first used on 28 Jun 2008. Its MOT is valid until 26 Oct 2027 and it has passed 16 of 20 MOT tests, with 122,863 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Oct 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 26 Oct 2027
Mileage
122,863 mi
At MOT on 12 Oct 2026
MOT tests
20
16 passed · 4 failed
Per year
7,473 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB08 YJA
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Suzuki
Model
Swift
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,490 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
28 Jun 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
12 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB08 YJA was last recorded at 122,863 miles on 12 Oct 2026, 215 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Oct 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
122,648 miles · 6 Oct 2026
Between the last two tests
215 miles
Average per year
7,473 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 122,863 miles
  • 2025 – 110,472 miles
  • 2024 – 97,155 miles
  • 2023 – 91,947 miles
  • 2022 – 85,807 miles
  • 2021 – 81,373 miles
  • 2020 – 75,884 miles
  • 2019 – 72,346 miles
  • 2018 – 63,166 miles
  • 2017 – 53,528 miles
  • 2016 – 44,513 miles
  • 2015 – 36,093 miles
  • 2014 – 27,042 miles
  • 2013 – 13,965 miles
  • 2012 – 11,027 miles
  • 2011 – 9,358 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass122,863 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

What MOT advisories 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 Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Top mount

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Top mount

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

20 tests since 4 Aug 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass122,863 miles (+215)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    122,863 miles
    Test number
    756021046122
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  2. Fail122,648 miles (+12,176)2 dangerous3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,648 miles
    Test number
    705149096782
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  3. Pass110,472 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    110,472 miles
    Test number
    880388551105
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  4. Fail110,470 miles (+13,315)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,470 miles
    Test number
    732915317653
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  5. Pass97,155 miles (+5,208)
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    97,155 miles
    Test number
    497290716649

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass91,947 miles (+6,140)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    91,947 miles
    Test number
    863112566989
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  7. Pass85,807 miles (+4,434)
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    85,807 miles
    Test number
    626874670523

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass81,373 miles (+44)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    81,373 miles
    Test number
    743903943167
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  9. Fail81,329 miles (+5,445)3 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,329 miles
    Test number
    520393545435
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  10. Pass75,884 miles (+3,538)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    75,884 miles
    Test number
    212068323805
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  11. Pass72,346 miles (+9,180)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    72,346 miles
    Test number
    548798010873
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner shoulder (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner shoulder (5.2.3 (e))
  12. Pass63,166 miles (+9,638)
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    63,166 miles
    Test number
    947306170823

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass53,528 miles (+9,015)
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    53,528 miles
    Test number
    402598091853

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass44,513 miles (+8,420)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    44,513 miles
    Test number
    755484487545
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  15. Pass36,093 miles (+9,051)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    36,093 miles
    Test number
    369139957167
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre has nail in it
  16. Pass27,042 miles (+13,077)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    27,042 miles
    Test number
    306054014278
    • NoteAdvise front brake pads inner wearing low and brake discs lipped.
    • NoteAdvise nearside front tyre wearing low,perrished and split between tread.
    • NoteAdvise nearside rear tyre wearing low,perrished and split between tread.
    • NoteAdvise offside rear tyre perrished and split between tread.
  17. Fail13,965 miles3 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    13,965 miles
    Test number
    138160713295
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • 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)
  18. Pass13,965 miles (+2,938)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    13,965 miles
    Test number
    385860813271
    • 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)
  19. Pass11,027 miles (+1,669)
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    11,027 miles
    Test number
    849143022298

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass9,358 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    9,358 miles
    Test number
    975226111242

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB08 YJA

Does LB08 YJA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB08 YJA is valid until 26 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB08 YJA?
The MOT on LB08 YJA is valid until 26 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB08 YJA done?
LB08 YJA was recorded at 122,863 miles at its MOT on 12 Oct 2026, an average of 7,473 miles a year.
Has LB08 YJA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB08 YJA has failed 4 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on LB08 YJA 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 LB08 YJA find?
LB08 YJA passed its latest MOT on 12 Oct 2026 with 4 advisories: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; nearside headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output, and 1 more.

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