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EK55 XHE

2005 Suzuki Swift

White Petrol 1490cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Mar 2017
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

98,731 mi
Last recorded98,731 miles
Recorded on5 Mar 2016
Typical for 2005 Suzuki Swift64,757 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK55 XHE
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,490cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Mar 2016 98,731 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2015 91,433 miles

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

offside and nearside front top suspension mounts have slight freeplay

Pass 12 Mar 2014 85,502 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2013 77,325 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 22 Mar 2013 77,325 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2012 69,890 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2011 61,142 miles

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

Pass 22 Mar 2010 51,997 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2010 51,996 miles

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

Offside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 11 Sep 2009 50,845 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2009 50,681 miles

Nearside Front Bonded suspension unit bonding failed and part of unit is likely to become displaced (2.4.F.2)

Offside Front Bonded suspension unit bonding failed and part of unit is likely to become displaced (2.4.F.2)

Offside Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

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

abs fault reported light is not on dureing test

different head lamp bulbs fitted

n/s and o/s rear shockabsorbers staining

n/s front tyre 2mm outer edge and center

n/s rear tyre down to 2mm outer edge

number plates plain type no markings !!

rear tyres uneven wear noticed ??

Pass 5 Sep 2008 29,434 miles

front discs small run out and wear noticed

n/s and o/s front suspention lower arms rear bushes splitting

n/s front tyre down to 4mm

n/s rear seat belt requires a little help in retraction

number plates changed

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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EK55 XHE is a 2005 Suzuki Swift in White with a 1,490cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 EK55 XHE, 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 EK55 XHE registered?

EK55 XHE is a 2005 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 27 September 2005.

Is EK55 XHE safe to buy?

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