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BG55 AKO

2005 Suzuki Swift

Silver Petrol 1490cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Sep 2026
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

68,819 mi
Last recorded68,819 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2025
Typical for 2005 Suzuki Swift64,757 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG55 AKO
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,490cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2025 68,819 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 17 Sep 2025 68,819 miles

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

Offside Front Upper Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Sep 2024 67,069 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 12 Sep 2024 67,069 miles

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Sep 2023 64,744 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2022 62,332 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2021 60,222 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2020 58,266 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2019 56,561 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2018 55,526 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2017 53,884 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2016 51,850 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)

slight bind nearside rear brake

Pass 1 Sep 2015 50,901 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2015 50,883 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 22 Aug 2014 49,914 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2013 48,684 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2013 48,658 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Aug 2012 47,782 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 2 Sep 2011 45,552 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2010 40,122 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2009 32,197 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2008 24,226 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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BG55 AKO is a 2005 Suzuki Swift in Silver with a 1,490cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 BG55 AKO, 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 BG55 AKO registered?

BG55 AKO is a 2005 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 1 November 2005.

Is BG55 AKO safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG55 AKO shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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