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Suzuki Swift

Black · Petrol · 2008 · 1,490 cc

LO08 RGUMOT history

LO08 RGU is a black petrol Suzuki Swift first used on 27 Jun 2008. Its MOT expired on 19 Dec 2024 and it has passed 13 of 20 MOT tests, with 74,876 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Dec 2023.

LO08 RGU black Suzuki Swift – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Suzuki Swift, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 19 Dec 2024
Mileage
74,876 mi
At MOT on 20 Dec 2023
MOT tests
20
13 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,679 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LO08 RGU
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
27 Jun 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 19 Dec 2024
Latest MOT test
20 Dec 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LO08 RGU was last recorded at 74,876 miles on 20 Dec 2023, 2,940 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Dec 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
71,936 miles · 20 Dec 2022
Between the last two tests
2,940 miles
Average per year
3,679 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 74,876 miles
  • 2022 – 71,936 miles
  • 2021 – 68,814 miles
  • 2020 – 67,278 miles
  • 2019 – 64,935 miles
  • 2018 – 61,444 miles
  • 2017 – 58,910 miles
  • 2016 – 56,315 miles
  • 2015 – 51,247 miles
  • 2014 – 44,156 miles
  • 2013 – 39,972 miles
  • 2012 – 36,598 miles
  • 2011 – 28,739 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass74,876 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryCentral Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.3mm (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (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.

  • All alloy wheels in poor condition very corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid

    Failure2 MOTs, 2013–2016

Full MOT history

20 tests since 6 Jun 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass74,876 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    74,876 miles
    Test number
    655768384084
    • AdvisoryCentral Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail74,876 miles (+2,940)2 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,876 miles
    Test number
    375086815021
    • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentral Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass71,936 miles (+3,122)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    71,936 miles
    Test number
    611413412272
    • 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))

  4. Pass68,814 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    68,814 miles
    Test number
    826569364340
    • AdvisoryAll alloy wheels in poor condition very corroded

  5. Fail68,814 miles (+1,536)1 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,814 miles
    Test number
    404456293423
    • DangerousNearside Rear Inner Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll alloy wheels in poor condition very corroded
    • AdvisoryLower windscreen cracked all way across not in drivers view at time of test

  6. Pass67,278 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    67,278 miles
    Test number
    215145702098

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail67,278 miles (+2,343)1 dangerous3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,278 miles
    Test number
    161354363934
    • DangerousNearside Rear Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle 62% (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  8. Pass64,935 miles (+3,491)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    64,935 miles
    Test number
    720953545808
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to offside and nearside rear axle metal brake pipes
    • AdvisoryLift in offside front bottom ball joint

  9. Pass61,444 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    61,444 miles
    Test number
    264577529029

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail61,444 miles (+2,534)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,444 miles
    Test number
    587501107767
    • MajorBrakes imbalanced across an axle 61% difference (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

  11. Pass58,910 miles (+2,595)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    58,910 miles
    Test number
    753967791569
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre

  12. Pass56,315 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    56,315 miles
    Test number
    343201618040

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail56,315 miles (+5,068)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,315 miles
    Test number
    796194657260
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre low on pressure
    • AdvisorySlight binding to nearside rear brake

  14. Pass51,247 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    51,247 miles
    Test number
    665642035212
    • AdvisoryNearside rear parking (secondary) brake grabbing slightly (3.7.B.6b)
    • NoteN/S/R tyre distorted - Advise replacement
    • NoteO/S/R tyre has large cut but not deep enough to reach cords - Advise replacememnt

  15. Fail51,247 miles (+7,091)1 repaired1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,247 miles
    Test number
    929722135284
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside rear parking (secondary) brake grabbing slightly (3.7.B.6b)
    • NoteN/S/R tyre distorted - Advise replacement
    • NoteO/S/R tyre has large cut but not deep enough to reach cords - Advise replacememnt

  16. Pass44,156 miles (+4,184)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    44,156 miles
    Test number
    379861934455
    • NoteSmall cut in o/s/r tyre inner side wall
    • NoteWindscreen wipers becoming poor

  17. Pass39,972 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    39,972 miles
    Test number
    229401033217

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail39,972 miles (+3,374)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,972 miles
    Test number
    105761033222
    • FailureFront Body insecure and dangerous to other road users (6.1.B.1b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  19. Pass36,598 miles (+7,859)
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    36,598 miles
    Test number
    558719712252

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass28,739 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    28,739 miles
    Test number
    186277751169

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LO08 RGU

Does LO08 RGU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LO08 RGU expired on 19 Dec 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LO08 RGU?
The MOT on LO08 RGU expired on 19 Dec 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LO08 RGU done?
LO08 RGU was recorded at 74,876 miles at its MOT on 20 Dec 2023, an average of 3,679 miles a year.
Has LO08 RGU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LO08 RGU has failed 7 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Dec 2023.
Has the mileage on LO08 RGU 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 LO08 RGU find?
LO08 RGU passed its latest MOT on 20 Dec 2023 with 8 advisories: central seat belt buckle slightly damaged; nearside front coil spring corroded; nearside front shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush, and 5 more.

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