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EO08 FRL

2008 Suzuki Swift · Petrol · 1490cc

Grey Registered in Chelmsford, Essex · 18 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2008
FuelPetrol
Engine1490cc
ColourGrey
ULEZ (est.)Likely CompliantPetrol post-2005 (Euro 4)
Est. Annual Tax£165–£265

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 13 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 2 (85% pass rate). It has 103,830 miles on the clock, averaging 8,045 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. Common Suzuki Swift issues include premature gearbox bearing wear and noisy brakes (grinding/squealing).

MOT & Mileage History for EO08 FRL

MOT Status
Due date passed
103,830
Last Mileage
Recorded
13
Total Tests
Since 2011
85%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 2 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 13 tests on record
8,045

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading103,830 miles
Reading date
Miles last year16,924
Average per year8,045
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for EO08 FRL 17k38k60k82k104k '11'22'17

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Full MOT Test History 13 tests on record

PASS
Mileage103,830 miles
Since last MOT+16,924 miles
PASS
Mileage86,906 miles
Since last MOT+18,580 miles
PASS
Mileage68,326 miles
Since last MOT+14,981 miles
PASS
Mileage53,345 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage53,344 miles
Since last MOT+1,264 miles
PASS
Mileage52,080 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage52,080 miles
Since last MOT+4,181 miles
PASS
Mileage47,899 miles
Since last MOT+4,050 miles
PASS
Mileage43,849 miles
Since last MOT+11,248 miles
PASS
Mileage32,601 miles
Since last MOT+4,056 miles
PASS
Mileage28,545 miles
Since last MOT+5,008 miles
PASS
Mileage23,537 miles
Since last MOT+6,905 miles
PASS
Mileage16,632 miles

🔧 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

RegistrationEO08 FRL
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1490cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeEO — Chelmsford, Essex
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About EO08 FRL

What car is EO08 FRL?

EO08 FRL is an grey Suzuki Swift, petrol (1490cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2008.

What is the mileage of EO08 FRL?

The last recorded mileage for EO08 FRL was 103,830 miles, recorded on 11 Jan 2022 during its most recent MOT test.

Has EO08 FRL passed its MOT?

EO08 FRL has had 13 MOT tests with an 85% pass rate (11 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 11 Jan 2022.

Is EO08 FRL ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, EO08 FRL 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 EO08 FRL?

EO08 FRL is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.