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Suzuki Swift

Red · Diesel · 2008 · 1,248 cc

LD08 VDJMOT history

LD08 VDJ is a red diesel Suzuki Swift first used on 24 Jun 2008. Its MOT is valid until 17 Dec 2026 and it has passed 15 of 20 MOT tests, with 99,243 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Dec 2025.

LD08 VDJ red Suzuki Swift – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 17 Dec 2026
Mileage
99,243 mi
At MOT on 12 Dec 2025
MOT tests
20
15 passed · 5 failed
Per year
4,574 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD08 VDJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Suzuki
Model
Swift
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,248 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
24 Jun 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
12 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD08 VDJ was last recorded at 99,243 miles on 12 Dec 2025, 905 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
98,338 miles · 18 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
905 miles
Average per year
4,574 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 99,243 miles
  • 2024 – 98,338 miles
  • 2023 – 97,582 miles
  • 2022 – 94,903 miles
  • 2021 – 94,205 miles
  • 2020 – 93,568 miles
  • 2019 – 92,514 miles
  • 2018 – 91,260 miles
  • 2017 – 89,028 miles
  • 2016 – 81,677 miles
  • 2015 – 74,985 miles
  • 2014 – 72,377 miles
  • 2013 – 61,456 miles
  • 2012 – 48,149 miles
  • 2011 – 32,845 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass99,243 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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.

  • Central Towbar obstructing a lamp Fog lamp

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

20 tests since 7 Jun 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass99,243 miles (+905)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    99,243 miles
    Test number
    213931049325
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  2. Pass98,338 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    98,338 miles
    Test number
    188266756975

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail98,338 miles (+756)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,338 miles
    Test number
    600199895010
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass97,582 miles (+2,679)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    97,582 miles
    Test number
    701140509609
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass94,903 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    94,903 miles
    Test number
    147730935801

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail94,903 miles (+698)1 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,903 miles
    Test number
    810876487335
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MinorRear Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))

  7. Pass94,205 miles (+637)
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    94,205 miles
    Test number
    745056081556

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass93,568 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    93,568 miles
    Test number
    263828385520

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail93,568 miles (+1,054)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,568 miles
    Test number
    666954633381
    • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorCentral Rear Rear fog lamp light intensity significantly reduced tow bar in the way (4.5.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Pass92,514 miles (+1)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    92,514 miles
    Test number
    363863144394
    • MinorCentral Towbar obstructing a lamp Fog lamp (6.1.6 (f) (i))

  11. Fail92,513 miles (+1,253)1 dangerous1 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,513 miles
    Test number
    253519923283
    • DangerousOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush likely to become detached Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MinorCentral Towbar obstructing a lamp Fog lamp (6.1.6 (f) (i))

  12. Pass91,260 miles (+2,232)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    91,260 miles
    Test number
    870901368251

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass89,028 miles (+7,351)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    89,028 miles
    Test number
    767365280042

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass81,677 miles (+6,692)
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    81,677 miles
    Test number
    875397186493

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass74,985 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    74,985 miles
    Test number
    648120675016

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail74,985 miles (+2,608)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,985 miles
    Test number
    936850475090
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

  17. Pass72,377 miles (+10,921)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    72,377 miles
    Test number
    536958874052
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  18. Pass61,456 miles (+13,307)1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    61,456 miles
    Test number
    846693273130
    • NoteTow bar ball not fitted

  19. Pass48,149 miles (+15,304)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    48,149 miles
    Test number
    917769942161

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass32,845 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    32,845 miles
    Test number
    858758651193

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LD08 VDJ

Does LD08 VDJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LD08 VDJ is valid until 17 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on LD08 VDJ?
The MOT on LD08 VDJ is valid until 17 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LD08 VDJ done?
LD08 VDJ was recorded at 99,243 miles at its MOT on 12 Dec 2025, an average of 4,574 miles a year.
Has LD08 VDJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD08 VDJ has failed 5 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Dec 2024.
Has the mileage on LD08 VDJ 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 LD08 VDJ find?
LD08 VDJ passed its latest MOT on 12 Dec 2025 with 3 advisories: nearside front coil spring corroded; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside front coil spring corroded.

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