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BN55 XKT

2005 Suzuki Swift

Grey Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Aug 2024
Tests23 (16 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate69.6%

Mileage

109,145 mi
Last recorded109,145 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2023
Typical for 2005 Suzuki Swift64,757 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN55 XKT
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

16 pass 7 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2023 109,145 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2023 109,145 miles

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

Pass 26 Jul 2022 96,670 miles

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

Fail 23 Jul 2022 96,609 miles

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 31 Jul 2021 84,494 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2021 84,234 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Pass 1 Aug 2020 77,432 miles

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

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

Fail 31 Jul 2020 77,431 miles

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

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 8 Aug 2019 71,515 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2019 71,515 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

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

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

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

Pass 6 Aug 2018 65,434 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2017 59,369 miles

tyres osr5mm osf5mm nsr5mm nsf4mm

tyres osr5mm osf5mm nsr5mm nsf4mm

Pass 12 Aug 2016 48,711 miles

tread depths osf4mmosr6mm,nsf5mm,nsr6mm

Pass 6 Aug 2015 43,336 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2014 37,147 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2013 53,991 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2012 32,136 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2012 32,136 miles

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

Pass 9 Dec 2011 30,459 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 22 Nov 2010 27,719 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2010 27,683 miles

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

Nearside Rear 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 4 Aug 2009 23,666 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2008 20,028 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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BN55 XKT is a 2005 Suzuki Swift in Grey with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.6%.

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 BN55 XKT, 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.

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What year was BN55 XKT registered?

BN55 XKT is a 2005 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 1 September 2005.

Is BN55 XKT safe to buy?

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