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BF55 FTJ

2005 Suzuki Swift

Silver Petrol 1490cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Sep 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

27,190 mi
Last recorded27,190 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2025
Typical for 2005 Suzuki Swift64,757 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF55 FTJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,490cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2025 27,190 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2024 24,983 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 16 Sep 2024 24,931 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 7 Sep 2023 22,608 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2022 19,718 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2021 17,089 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2020 15,480 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2019 14,230 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2018 12,324 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2017 10,069 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 17 Aug 2016 9,150 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2015 8,960 miles

Both rear tyres have age cracks on tread and sidewalls

Nearside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 22 Aug 2014 8,446 miles

Both front tyres have large age cracks in sidewalls and tread

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Fail 21 Aug 2014 8,445 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Both front tyres have large age cracks in sidewalls and tread

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 14 Aug 2013 7,543 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2012 6,219 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2011 5,095 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2010 4,425 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2009 3,922 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2008 3,490 miles

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 FTJ is a 2005 Suzuki Swift in Silver with a 1,490cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 FTJ, 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 FTJ registered?

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

Is BF55 FTJ safe to buy?

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