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DV05 LDN

2005 Suzuki Swift

Red Petrol 1490cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Oct 2013
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

47,837 mi
Last recorded47,837 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2012
Typical for 2005 Suzuki Swift64,757 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDV05 LDN
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,490cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2012 47,837 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2012 47,837 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Pass 29 Sep 2011 41,941 miles

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

Fail 31 Mar 2011 37,820 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 31 Mar 2011 37,820 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2010 32,581 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2010 32,581 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 6 Apr 2009 14,688 miles

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

Pass 7 Apr 2008 12,666 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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DV05 LDN is a 2005 Suzuki Swift in Red with a 1,490cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 DV05 LDN, 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 DV05 LDN registered?

DV05 LDN is a 2005 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 10 May 2005.

Is DV05 LDN safe to buy?

The MOT history for DV05 LDN shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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