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BT05 LNA

2005 Suzuki Swift

Red Petrol 1490cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Feb 2021
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

106,917 mi
Last recorded106,917 miles
Recorded on20 Jan 2020
Typical for 2005 Suzuki Swift64,757 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT05 LNA
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,490cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Jan 2020 106,917 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Front macpherson top mount has slight movement

Pass 21 Jan 2019 101,011 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Jan 2018 95,957 miles

Front number plate deteriorated

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside front tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 27 Jan 2017 90,889 miles

Nearside Rear tyre perished on outer edge

Offside Rear tyre perished on outer edge

Pass 18 Jan 2016 84,876 miles

nsr seat belt slow to retract

Pass 27 Jan 2015 75,614 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

os front tyre worn bold on inner edge (no cords)(smooth)

Pass 16 Jan 2014 64,481 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Jan 2013 55,059 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 25 Jan 2012 45,004 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Feb 2011 35,462 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2010 34,987 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2009 33,914 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2009 33,914 miles

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 9 Jun 2008 32,508 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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BT05 LNA is a 2005 Suzuki Swift in Red with a 1,490cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 BT05 LNA, 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 BT05 LNA registered?

BT05 LNA is a 2005 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 17 June 2005.

Is BT05 LNA safe to buy?

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