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DE55 MDX

2005 Suzuki Swift

Silver Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2016
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

92,753 mi
Last recorded92,753 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2015
Typical for 2005 Suzuki Swift64,757 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE55 MDX
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2015 92,753 miles

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

Fail 27 Jun 2015 92,753 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

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

Pass 15 Oct 2013 84,880 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Fail 14 Oct 2013 66,895 miles

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

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

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 25 Oct 2012 80,604 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

These are observations and do not require attention - Both front inner wings have partial liners fitted. Both rear inner wings have liners fitted. Partial sill covers fitted.

coolant level was low - topped up with water. Recommend antifreeze concentration checked

front wiper blades deteriorating

Pass 24 Oct 2011 76,335 miles

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

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

These are observations and do not require attention - Both front inner wings have partial liners fitted. Both rear inner wings have liners fitted. Partial sill covers fitted.

o/s wiper blade rubber splitting

radiator coolant was low - topped up with water - recommend antifreeze check

Pass 27 Oct 2010 71,965 miles

Rear bake pipe corroded.

Pass 30 Oct 2009 67,795 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2009 67,787 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Fail 13 Oct 2008 56,717 miles

Nearside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Pass 13 Oct 2008 56,717 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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DE55 MDX is a 2005 Suzuki Swift in Silver with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 DE55 MDX, 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 DE55 MDX registered?

DE55 MDX is a 2005 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 14 October 2005.

Is DE55 MDX safe to buy?

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