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BJ55 FDX

2005 Suzuki Swift

Silver Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Oct 2021
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

146,897 mi
Last recorded146,897 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2020
Typical for 2005 Suzuki Swift64,757 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ55 FDX
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2020 146,897 miles

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

Nearside Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Fail 1 Oct 2020 146,897 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 5 Sep 2019 126,119 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))

front tyres wearing on inner edges

Fail 4 Sep 2019 126,116 miles

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

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))

front tyres wearing on inner edges

Pass 19 Sep 2018 107,150 miles

hand brake needs adjusting

Fail 18 Sep 2018 107,150 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge size is 185/60r/15 (5.2.3 (e))

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

hand brake needs adjusting

Pass 22 Sep 2017 87,468 miles

both rear tyres slightly deteriorated

Pass 22 Sep 2016 78,494 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 24 Sep 2015 71,051 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2015 71,051 miles

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

Pass 11 Sep 2014 63,266 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2014 63,266 miles

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

Nearside Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

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

Pass 21 Sep 2013 54,799 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2012 44,660 miles

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

Offside Front 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)

Pass 22 Sep 2012 44,660 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2011 37,908 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2010 32,099 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2009 31,046 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2008 28,898 miles

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

rear wiper split

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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BJ55 FDX is a 2005 Suzuki Swift in Silver with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 BJ55 FDX, 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 BJ55 FDX registered?

BJ55 FDX is a 2005 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 26 September 2005.

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