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DE55 XVK

2005 Suzuki Swift

Grey Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Dec 2021
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

74,559 mi
Last recorded74,559 miles
Recorded on1 Dec 2020
Typical for 2005 Suzuki Swift64,757 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE55 XVK
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Dec 2020 74,559 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Coil spring corroded both side (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

sub frame is corroded

Pass 13 Dec 2019 71,392 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 5 Dec 2018 67,380 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2018 66,273 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded (3.5.1i)

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

engine light on

Pass 13 Jul 2016 65,768 miles

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

engine light on

Fail 12 Jul 2016 65,750 miles

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

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

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

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

engine light on

Pass 8 Jun 2015 62,709 miles

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

Pass 7 Jun 2014 59,821 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2014 59,813 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Pass 9 Sep 2013 56,242 miles

Nearside 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)

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 11 Sep 2012 47,908 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2012 47,729 miles

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

Pass 10 Sep 2011 39,341 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2010 31,836 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2010 31,784 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 XVK is a 2005 Suzuki Swift in Grey with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 DE55 XVK, 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 DE55 XVK registered?

DE55 XVK is a 2005 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 17 December 2005.

Is DE55 XVK safe to buy?

The MOT history for DE55 XVK shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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