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FG05 XKF

2005 Suzuki Swift

Red Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Oct 2020
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

106,379 mi
Last recorded106,379 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2019
Typical for 2005 Suzuki Swift64,757 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG05 XKF
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2019 106,379 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2019 106,379 miles

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

Nearside Rear Suspension arm insecure and impairing directional stability Bush Worn (5.3.3 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Apr 2018 101,563 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Apr 2017 95,404 miles

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

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 28 Apr 2016 87,094 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2016 87,089 miles

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

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported bracket (7.1.1)

Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement both (2.4.G.2) DANGEROUS

Pass 16 Mar 2015 80,405 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2014 72,729 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2014 72,725 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 7 Mar 2013 64,961 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2012 59,173 miles

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

advise near side rear tyre side wall scrubbed

Pass 31 Mar 2011 49,088 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2011 49,088 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 20 Apr 2010 44,232 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2010 44,228 miles

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 1 Sep 2009 40,665 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2008 18,379 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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FG05 XKF is a 2005 Suzuki Swift in Red with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 FG05 XKF, 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 FG05 XKF registered?

FG05 XKF is a 2005 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 22 April 2005.

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