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CV05 ZTL

2005 Suzuki Swift

Red Petrol 1490cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Nov 2026
Tests24 (18 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

119,403 mi
Last recorded119,403 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2025
Typical for 2005 Suzuki Swift64,757 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCV05 ZTL
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,490cc

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MOT History

18 pass 6 fail
Pass 17 Oct 2025 119,403 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Fail 17 Oct 2025 119,403 miles

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

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 11 Nov 2024 113,573 miles

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material pipes on axel (1.1.11 (c))

body damage various areas

Fail 18 Oct 2024 113,306 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Front eml light on

front and rear bumpers and offside door damaged

Pass 13 Oct 2023 102,049 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 13 Oct 2023 102,049 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 16 Nov 2022 90,063 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement back bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front shock absorber top mounting slight play

Fail 14 Nov 2022 90,045 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement back bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front shock absorber top mounting slight play

Pass 15 Nov 2021 81,130 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2020 76,065 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2019 73,159 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2018 67,479 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2017 61,956 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2017 61,956 miles

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

Pass 16 Sep 2016 57,643 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2016 57,643 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 19 Oct 2015 54,409 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 1 Oct 2014 50,318 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2013 45,769 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2012 40,694 miles

lift in nearside front strut

Pass 30 Sep 2011 35,416 miles

advise slight lift to nearside front upper top strut mount bush at time of test

Pass 25 Sep 2010 30,244 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2009 24,167 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2008 19,236 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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CV05 ZTL is a 2005 Suzuki Swift in Red with a 1,490cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 CV05 ZTL, 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 CV05 ZTL registered?

CV05 ZTL is a 2005 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 22 April 2005.

Is CV05 ZTL safe to buy?

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