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AO55 XAE

2005 Suzuki Swift

Blue Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Mar 2021
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

114,309 mi
Last recorded114,309 miles
Recorded on21 Feb 2020
Typical for 2005 Suzuki Swift64,757 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO55 XAE
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 21 Feb 2020 114,309 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 21 Feb 2020 114,309 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Mar 2019 110,125 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2019 110,121 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 2 Mar 2018 102,822 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2017 90,248 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2016 78,421 miles

oil leak

Fail 19 Feb 2016 78,421 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

oil leak

Pass 26 Feb 2015 67,165 miles

accident damage to front end

Fail 21 Feb 2015 66,988 miles

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Nearside Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

accident damage to front end

Pass 3 Mar 2014 56,894 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2014 56,892 miles

Rear Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3) DANGEROUS

Pass 22 Feb 2013 48,016 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2012 43,341 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2011 39,022 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2009 30,377 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2008 23,150 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2008 23,136 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

How Reliable is the Suzuki Swift?

Based on 2,247,517 MOT tests across 189,488 vehicles.

76.1%
Pass Rate
5,184
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
189,488
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 45,954
Brake pipe excessively corroded 39,596
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 30,285
position lamp(s) not working 21,526
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 21,472
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AO55 XAE is a 2005 Suzuki Swift in Blue with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2005 Suzuki Swift models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.5% with a typical mileage of 64,757 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Suzuki Swift fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 45,954 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AO55 XAE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki Swift typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 21 years old, this Suzuki Swift is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AO55 XAE registered?

AO55 XAE is a 2005 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 23 November 2005.

Is AO55 XAE safe to buy?

The MOT history for AO55 XAE shows 18 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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