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DG55 AYO

2005 Suzuki Swift

Red Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Sep 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

11,062 mi
Last recorded11,062 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2025
Typical for 2005 Suzuki Swift64,757 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG55 AYO
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2025 11,062 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2024 10,739 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2023 10,325 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2022 9,869 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2021 9,480 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2021 9,477 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% (1.2.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% (1.2.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 22 Aug 2020 9,269 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2020 9,269 miles

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

Pass 24 Aug 2019 9,088 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2018 8,792 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2017 8,479 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2016 8,011 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2015 7,544 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2014 7,026 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2013 6,567 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2012 6,073 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2011 5,531 miles

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

Pass 11 Aug 2010 4,874 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2009 4,148 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2008 3,369 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2008 3,369 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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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DG55 AYO is a 2005 Suzuki Swift in Red with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 DG55 AYO, 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 DG55 AYO registered?

DG55 AYO is a 2005 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 1 September 2005.

Is DG55 AYO safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG55 AYO shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DG55 AYO have outstanding finance?

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