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Suzuki Swift

Black · Petrol · 2008 · 1,490 cc

LD08 FLHMOT history

LD08 FLH is a black petrol Suzuki Swift first used on 31 Mar 2008. Its MOT is valid until 20 Apr 2027 and it has passed 14 of 21 MOT tests, with 98,499 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Apr 2026.

LD08 FLH black Suzuki Swift – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Suzuki Swift, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 20 Apr 2027
Mileage
98,499 mi
At MOT on 21 Apr 2026
MOT tests
21
14 passed · 7 failed
Per year
4,948 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD08 FLH
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Suzuki
Model
Swift
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,490 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
31 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
21 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD08 FLH was last recorded at 98,499 miles on 21 Apr 2026, 2,569 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Apr 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 5 Oct 2017: 49,012 miles, lower than 62,645 miles on 1 Aug 2016.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
95,930 miles · 7 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
2,569 miles
Average per year
4,948 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 98,499 miles
  • 2025 – 95,930 miles
  • 2023 – 92,023 miles
  • 2022 – 89,229 miles
  • 2021 – 85,435 miles
  • 2020 – 81,020 miles
  • 2019 – 78,923 miles
  • 2018 – 75,615 miles
  • 2017 – 49,012 miles
  • 2016 – 62,645 miles
  • 2014 – 45,948 miles
  • 2013 – 37,424 miles
  • 2012 – 31,615 miles
  • 2011 – 25,385 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass98,499 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorFront Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both sides (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront suspension top mounts play
  • AdvisoryOffside Non obligatory mirror damaged

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.

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2025

Full MOT history

21 tests since 12 Jul 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass98,499 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    98,499 miles
    Test number
    138616053418
    • MinorFront Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both sides (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront suspension top mounts play
    • AdvisoryOffside Non obligatory mirror damaged

  2. Fail98,499 miles (+2,569)2 dangerous1 repaired1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,499 miles
    Test number
    869353524674
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • Repaired at testFront Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MinorFront Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both sides (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront suspension top mounts play
    • AdvisoryOffside Non obligatory mirror damaged

  3. Pass95,930 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    95,930 miles
    Test number
    183053188173
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail95,930 miles (+3,907)1 dangerous2 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,930 miles
    Test number
    830164293853
    • DangerousRear Stop lamp(s) all not working both sides (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps both sides (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass92,023 miles (+2,794)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    92,023 miles
    Test number
    698417762176
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass89,229 miles (+3,794)
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    89,229 miles
    Test number
    579088458633

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass85,435 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    85,435 miles
    Test number
    430693002733

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail85,435 miles (+4,415)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,435 miles
    Test number
    538950121901
    • Repaired at testSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

  9. Pass81,020 miles (+2,097)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    81,020 miles
    Test number
    638064630394
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass78,923 miles (+3,308)
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    78,923 miles
    Test number
    542992757750

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass75,615 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    75,615 miles
    Test number
    313236430939

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail75,615 miles (+26,603)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,615 miles
    Test number
    446615058605
    • MajorBrake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorService brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

  13. Pass49,012 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    49,012 miles
    Test number
    112722574498

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail49,012 miles (-13,633)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,012 miles
    Test number
    756984017649
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  15. Pass62,645 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    62,645 miles
    Test number
    614422767566
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Fail62,645 miles (+16,697)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,645 miles
    Test number
    936683147573
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass45,948 miles (+8,524)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    45,948 miles
    Test number
    738040624291
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  18. Fail37,424 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,424 miles
    Test number
    108968613280
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  19. Pass37,424 miles (+5,809)
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    37,424 miles
    Test number
    297928013247

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass31,615 miles (+6,230)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    31,615 miles
    Test number
    729206092139

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass25,385 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    25,385 miles
    Test number
    595883891198
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Questions about LD08 FLH

Does LD08 FLH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LD08 FLH is valid until 20 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LD08 FLH?
The MOT on LD08 FLH is valid until 20 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LD08 FLH done?
LD08 FLH was recorded at 98,499 miles at its MOT on 21 Apr 2026, an average of 4,948 miles a year.
Has LD08 FLH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD08 FLH has failed 7 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on LD08 FLH ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 5 Oct 2017. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LD08 FLH find?
LD08 FLH passed its latest MOT on 21 Apr 2026 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: front lower suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both sides; front suspension top mounts play; offside non obligatory mirror damaged.

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