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CP05 LHH

2005 Suzuki Swift

Red Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Oct 2018
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

135,415 mi
Last recorded135,415 miles
Recorded on26 Oct 2017
Typical for 2005 Suzuki Swift64,757 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCP05 LHH
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 26 Oct 2017 135,415 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Oct 2016 131,132 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated all front and rear perishing (3.6.B.4d)

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded n/s and o/s all (3.6.B.2c)

coil spring corroded all front and rear (2.4.C.1b)

Fail 25 Oct 2016 131,132 miles

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded center over tank and on rear axle (3.6.B.2c)

Brake hose slightly deteriorated all front and rear perishing (3.6.B.4d)

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded n/s and o/s all (3.6.B.2c)

coil spring corroded all front and rear (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 14 Sep 2015 124,515 miles

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

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

Oil Leak (Filter)

Pass 2 Sep 2014 114,876 miles

Offside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)

Rear Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 5 Sep 2013 105,812 miles

Nearside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Fail 4 Sep 2013 105,812 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

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

Nearside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 16 Nov 2012 99,777 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2012 99,777 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

Pass 20 Sep 2011 91,078 miles

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

Fail 24 Aug 2011 91,059 miles

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

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 16 Oct 2010 81,786 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2009 59,525 miles

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

Fail 27 Apr 2009 59,525 miles

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

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

Pass 2 May 2008 42,841 miles
Fail 2 May 2008 42,841 miles

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

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

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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CP05 LHH is a 2005 Suzuki Swift in Red with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 CP05 LHH, 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 CP05 LHH registered?

CP05 LHH is a 2005 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 13 May 2005.

Is CP05 LHH safe to buy?

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