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FP55 TEV

2005 Suzuki Swift

Black Petrol 1490cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jul 2027
Tests26 (19 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate73.1%

Mileage

146,686 mi
Last recorded146,686 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2026
Typical for 2005 Suzuki Swift64,757 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP55 TEV
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,490cc

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MOT History

19 pass 7 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2026 146,686 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 27% (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Fail 29 Jun 2026 146,664 miles

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

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 27% (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Jun 2025 137,820 miles

GENERAL CORROSION TO UNDERSIDE

Items removed from driver's view prior to test screen

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH ON THE LIMIT (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 Jul 2024 127,301 miles

Offside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 Jun 2023 118,918 miles

Central Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Jun 2022 110,874 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2022 110,874 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Jul 2021 97,472 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 2 Jul 2020 95,079 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 7 Jun 2019 91,245 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2019 91,245 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded to wheel cylinder (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 Jun 2018 87,150 miles
Pass 31 May 2017 84,271 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2016 80,821 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2015 76,745 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded to cylinder (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded to cylinder (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 15 Oct 2015 76,654 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to flexi (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded to cylinder (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded to cylinder (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 18 Oct 2014 69,137 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2014 69,137 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 15 Jun 2013 65,306 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2012 61,579 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2011 56,961 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2010 52,864 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2009 48,313 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 30 Jun 2009 48,313 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2008 41,820 miles

o/s/r tyre close to limit

Fail 25 Nov 2008 41,820 miles

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

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

o/s/r tyre close to limit

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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FP55 TEV is a 2005 Suzuki Swift in Black with a 1,490cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.1%.

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 FP55 TEV, 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 FP55 TEV registered?

FP55 TEV is a 2005 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 10 December 2005.

Is FP55 TEV safe to buy?

The MOT history for FP55 TEV shows 26 tests with a 73.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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