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Suzuki Swift

White · Petrol · 2008 · 1,490 cc

LR08 WVLMOT history

LR08 WVL is a white petrol Suzuki Swift first used on 14 Mar 2008. Its MOT is valid until 3 Nov 2026 and it has passed 15 of 25 MOT tests, with 114,759 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Nov 2025.

LR08 WVL white Suzuki Swift – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Suzuki Swift, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 3 Nov 2026
Mileage
114,759 mi
At MOT on 4 Nov 2025
MOT tests
25
15 passed · 10 failed
Per year
5,629 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR08 WVL
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Suzuki
Model
Swift
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,490 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
14 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
4 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR08 WVL was last recorded at 114,759 miles on 4 Nov 2025, 4,101 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
110,658 miles · 22 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
4,101 miles
Average per year
5,629 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 114,759 miles
  • 2024 – 110,131 miles
  • 2023 – 106,572 miles
  • 2022 – 104,869 miles
  • 2021 – 103,171 miles
  • 2020 – 100,890 miles
  • 2019 – 98,030 miles
  • 2018 – 93,043 miles
  • 2017 – 88,918 miles
  • 2016 – 82,661 miles
  • 2015 – 69,211 miles
  • 2014 – 59,491 miles
  • 2013 – 51,797 miles
  • 2012 – 43,930 miles
  • 2011 – 32,224 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass114,759 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorFront Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both front dust covers (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorFront Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both front dust covers (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • MinorNearside Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed 3mm webbing (7.1.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (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.

  • Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Windscreen washer not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases silencer

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2013

Full MOT history

25 tests since 8 Mar 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass114,759 miles5 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    114,759 miles
    Test number
    140935702373
    • MinorFront Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both front dust covers (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorFront Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both front dust covers (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed 3mm webbing (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail114,759 miles (+4,101)2 repaired5 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,759 miles
    Test number
    851495934934
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorFront Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both front dust covers (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorFront Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both front dust covers (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed 3mm webbing (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Fail110,658 miles (+527)5 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,658 miles
    Test number
    100587620487
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt webbing significantly weakened cut greater than 4mm (7.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper not working stop in middle of windscreen when stop (3.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Fail110,131 miles (+3,559)7 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,131 miles
    Test number
    755661767367
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorRear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySubframe, rear axle, suspension corroded

  5. Pass106,572 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    106,572 miles
    Test number
    894744015813
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases silencer (6.1.2 (a))

  6. Fail106,571 miles (+1,702)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,571 miles
    Test number
    468788807361
    • MajorDriver's airbag obviously inoperative (7.1.5 (c))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases silencer (6.1.2 (a))

  7. Pass104,869 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    104,869 miles
    Test number
    133664256374
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement mounting (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement mounting (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  8. Fail104,869 miles (+1,698)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,869 miles
    Test number
    562910970782
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement mounting (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement mounting (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  9. Pass103,171 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    103,171 miles
    Test number
    549163309972
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Fail103,171 miles (+2,281)1 dangerous6 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,171 miles
    Test number
    584831986132
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorBrake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut 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 (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass100,890 miles (+2,860)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    100,890 miles
    Test number
    629044393901
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryLong handbrake travel,

  12. Pass98,030 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    98,030 miles
    Test number
    123407399222

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail98,030 miles (+4,987)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,030 miles
    Test number
    147209642892
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Both. (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

  14. Pass93,043 miles (+4,125)
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    93,043 miles
    Test number
    223582328566

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass88,918 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    88,918 miles
    Test number
    138154962900

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail88,918 miles (+51)1 failure2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,918 miles
    Test number
    213556818117
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  17. Fail88,867 miles (+6,206)6 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,867 miles
    Test number
    497430596920
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureRear parking (secondary) brakes imbalanced (3.7.B.6b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit both on limits 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened very thin (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre very perished and out off shape
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  18. Pass82,661 miles (+3,918)
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    82,661 miles
    Test number
    333262613083

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass78,743 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    78,743 miles
    Test number
    241953414230
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  20. Fail78,743 miles (+9,532)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,743 miles
    Test number
    685103903823
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  21. Pass69,211 miles (+9,720)
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    69,211 miles
    Test number
    305976275022

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass59,491 miles (+7,694)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    59,491 miles
    Test number
    387646564067
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

  23. Pass51,797 miles (+7,867)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    51,797 miles
    Test number
    586600183098
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  24. Pass43,930 miles (+11,706)
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    43,930 miles
    Test number
    607103272022

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass32,224 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    32,224 miles
    Test number
    336727461050
    • 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 LR08 WVL

Does LR08 WVL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR08 WVL is valid until 3 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on LR08 WVL?
The MOT on LR08 WVL is valid until 3 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR08 WVL done?
LR08 WVL was recorded at 114,759 miles at its MOT on 4 Nov 2025, an average of 5,629 miles a year.
Has LR08 WVL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR08 WVL has failed 10 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on LR08 WVL 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 LR08 WVL find?
LR08 WVL passed its latest MOT on 4 Nov 2025 with 5 minor defects and 3 advisories: front anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both front dust covers; front track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both front dust covers; nearside front lower windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view, and 5 more.

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