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BG55 HRP

2005 Suzuki Swift

Blue Petrol 1490cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Oct 2026
Tests24 (18 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

73,571 mi
Last recorded73,571 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2025
Typical for 2005 Suzuki Swift64,757 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG55 HRP
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,490cc

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MOT History

18 pass 6 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2025 73,571 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 22 Sep 2025 73,571 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 17 Sep 2024 71,800 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively Lipped (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened Front & Rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Oct 2023 70,436 miles

Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

handbrake travel

Fail 2 Oct 2023 70,436 miles

Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

handbrake travel

Pass 8 Sep 2022 67,563 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2021 65,626 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2020 65,282 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2019 63,489 miles

NOTE-Slight lift on nearside front top suspension mounting

Fail 19 Sep 2019 63,489 miles

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

NOTE-Slight lift on nearside front top suspension mounting

Pass 25 Sep 2018 60,070 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2018 60,068 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Sep 2017 56,814 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2016 53,732 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2016 53,729 miles

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

Pass 23 Sep 2015 50,985 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2015 50,985 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both front (8.2.2)

Pass 17 Sep 2014 48,047 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2013 44,428 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2012 40,494 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

nearside rear wheel binding

offside front tyre worn to 3mm

Pass 15 Sep 2011 34,450 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2010 29,128 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2009 23,413 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2008 18,037 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

long hand brake lever travel

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 HRP is a 2005 Suzuki Swift in Blue with a 1,490cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 HRP, 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 HRP registered?

BG55 HRP is a 2005 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 30 September 2005.

Is BG55 HRP safe to buy?

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