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DE55 XVZ

2005 Suzuki Swift

Silver Petrol 1490cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Nov 2018
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

105,138 mi
Last recorded105,138 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2018
Typical for 2005 Suzuki Swift64,757 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE55 XVZ
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,490cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Fail 26 Nov 2018 105,138 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 24 Nov 2017 94,673 miles

Fuel Pipe/s corroded filler pipe ()

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

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

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

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

Fail 24 Nov 2017 94,673 miles

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

Offside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

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

Fuel Pipe/s corroded filler pipe ()

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

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Pass 29 Nov 2016 85,570 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Fail 28 Nov 2016 85,562 miles

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

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear bush, Full re-check of steering and suspension required (2.4.G.2) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear bush. Full re-check of steering and suspension required (2.4.G.2) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Front tyre worn on inner edge

slight corrosion throughout under side of vehicle

Pass 19 Nov 2015 79,864 miles

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

front tyres in very poor condition with edge wear and @ legal limit. 1.6mm

suggest front wheel alignment check.

vehicle underbody has extensive surface rust to all components and body.

Fail 17 Nov 2015 79,862 miles

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

Nearside front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Nearside rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Offside front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Offside rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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

front brake discs have surface rust.

front tyres in very poor condition with edge wear and @ legal limit. 1.6mm

handbrake travel almost at stop.

suggest front wheel alignment check.

vehicle underbody has extensive surface rust to all components and body.

Pass 21 Nov 2014 69,205 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 15 Nov 2013 58,148 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2012 46,168 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2011 37,117 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2010 28,385 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2009 20,081 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2008 14,958 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 XVZ is a 2005 Suzuki Swift in Silver with a 1,490cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 XVZ, 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 XVZ registered?

DE55 XVZ is a 2005 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 12 November 2005.

Is DE55 XVZ safe to buy?

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