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EF05 XNH

2005 Suzuki Swift

Red Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jan 2026
Tests25 (16 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate64%

Mileage

75,512 mi
Last recorded75,512 miles
Recorded on9 Jan 2025
Typical for 2005 Suzuki Swift64,757 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF05 XNH
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

16 pass 9 fail
Pass 9 Jan 2025 75,512 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive from oil filter (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Fail 9 Jan 2025 75,512 miles

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive from oil filter (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 23 Dec 2023 73,943 miles
Fail 23 Dec 2023 73,943 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 9 Jan 2023 72,343 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2023 72,343 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 6 Jan 2022 69,427 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2022 69,427 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 23 Dec 2020 66,604 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

Fail 23 Dec 2020 66,604 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 31 Dec 2019 64,462 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2018 58,872 miles

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 7 Jul 2018 58,868 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Rear tyre outre side wall cracking

Pass 3 Jul 2017 52,491 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2017 52,491 miles

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

Offside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

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

Pass 30 Jun 2016 47,059 miles

Nearside Front Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Fail 30 Jun 2016 47,059 miles

Nearside Front Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

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

Offside Front Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 21 Mar 2015 42,397 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2014 38,576 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2013 32,441 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2011 27,729 miles

near side front tyre side wall damaged.

Pass 25 Feb 2011 23,717 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2009 18,826 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2009 18,826 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 13 Aug 2008 14,634 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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EF05 XNH is a 2005 Suzuki Swift in Red with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64%.

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 EF05 XNH, 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 EF05 XNH registered?

EF05 XNH is a 2005 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 16 July 2005.

Is EF05 XNH safe to buy?

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