Vehicle summary
ULEZ status is estimated based on fuel type and registration year. It may not reflect the actual emission standard of this vehicle. Check with TfL for a definitive answer.
At a glance
This 2008 Suzuki Swift Petrol 1490cc has had 19 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 4 (79% pass rate). It has 106,094 miles on the clock, averaging 5,193 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. Common Suzuki Swift issues include premature gearbox bearing wear and noisy brakes (grinding/squealing).
MOT & Mileage History for AX08 FXT
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 106,094 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 5,193 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 19 tests on record
Reported issues for this Suzuki Swift
These are the most commonly reported problems on Suzuki Swift models (2004–2010), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.
Premature gearbox bearing wear
Input shaft bearings wear early, causing noise from degraded lubrication and metal-on-metal contact. · Typical repair: £300-£500 (bearing replacement + labour; full box rebuild £800+ if trashed).
Noisy brakes (grinding/squealing)
Rear brake calipers or pads suffer uneven wear or poor dust seals, leading to vibration-induced noise. · Typical repair: £150-£300 (caliper service/seals or pad replacement).
Front suspension bush wear and squeaking
Front lower control arm bushes (rubber tears/cracks) from poor compound quality. · Typical repair: £120-£250 (bush replacement per side).
Steering rack knocking
Rack gaiter splits or internal bush wear causes play and clunks. · Typical repair: £200-£400 (gaiters/bushes; full rack £600+).
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | AX08 FXT |
| Make | Suzuki |
| Model | Swift |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1490cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AX — Ipswich, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About AX08 FXT
What car is AX08 FXT?
AX08 FXT is an blue Suzuki Swift, petrol (1490cc). First registered in Ipswich in 2008.
What is the mileage of AX08 FXT?
The last recorded mileage for AX08 FXT was 106,094 miles, recorded on 4 Sep 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AX08 FXT passed its MOT?
AX08 FXT has had 19 MOT tests with a 79% pass rate (15 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 4 Sep 2025.
Is AX08 FXT ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AX08 FXT is likely ULEZ compliant. Petrol post-2005 (Euro 4). This is an estimate based on typical emission standards — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker for a definitive answer.
How old is AX08 FXT?
AX08 FXT is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.