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BF55 FTE

2005 Suzuki Swift

Red Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2017
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

113,588 mi
Last recorded113,588 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2016
Typical for 2005 Suzuki Swift64,757 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF55 FTE
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2016 113,588 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2016 113,588 miles

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

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 8 Nov 2014 108,477 miles

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Fail 4 Nov 2014 108,469 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 1 Nov 2013 100,330 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2012 90,384 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 28 Apr 2011 75,997 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2011 75,997 miles

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

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

o/s/f lower arm rear bush lifting

o/s/r brake dragging slightly

Pass 27 Sep 2010 66,144 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2010 66,144 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 2 Oct 2009 49,426 miles

blow from rear exhaust jiont to centre jiont

o/s/f tyre down to legal limits

rear exhaust bracket broken of rear box

Pass 1 Oct 2008 33,210 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2008 32,908 miles

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

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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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BF55 FTE is a 2005 Suzuki Swift in Red with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 BF55 FTE, 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 BF55 FTE registered?

BF55 FTE is a 2005 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 1 September 2005.

Is BF55 FTE safe to buy?

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