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BL05 TAG

2017 Suzuki Swift

Red Hybrid electric (clean) 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jun 2027
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

124,101 mi
Last recorded124,101 miles
Recorded on30 May 2026
Typical for 2017 Suzuki Swift32,661 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBL05 TAG
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2017
ColourRed
Fuel typeHybrid electric (clean)
Engine998cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 May 2026 124,101 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2025 85,250 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2024 48,188 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2023 41,247 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 8 Aug 2022 30,193 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2021 22,045 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2021 22,045 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Aug 2020 18,170 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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BL05 TAG is a 2017 Suzuki Swift in Red with a 998cc hybrid electric (clean) engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2017 Suzuki Swift models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.9% with a typical mileage of 32,661 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 BL05 TAG, 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 9 years old, this Suzuki Swift is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was BL05 TAG registered?

BL05 TAG is a 2017 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 16 August 2017.

Is BL05 TAG safe to buy?

The MOT history for BL05 TAG shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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