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FT05 DDU

2005 Suzuki Swift

Black Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Nov 2021
Tests21 (13 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate61.9%

Mileage

109,913 mi
Last recorded109,913 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2020
Typical for 2005 Suzuki Swift64,757 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFT05 DDU
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

13 pass 8 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2020 109,913 miles

Central Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 30 Oct 2019 101,765 miles

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

Pass 10 Sep 2018 96,446 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2017 90,191 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Fail 2 Sep 2017 20,688 miles

Offside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Offside Front Tie bar/rod ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt drop link. (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 29 Aug 2016 84,360 miles

n/s/f/ link slight play-exhaust system corroded-o/s/f/ tyre worn low

Fail 27 Aug 2016 84,360 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt o/s/f/ (2.2.C.1c)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

coil spring broken o/s/f/ (2.4.C.1a)

rear brake binding o/s/r/ (3.7.B.1)

n/s/f/ link slight play-exhaust system corroded-o/s/f/ tyre worn low

Pass 26 Aug 2015 81,971 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2015 81,968 miles

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

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Fail 31 Jul 2014 78,847 miles

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

Registration plate lamp insecure (1.1.C.1c)

Pass 31 Jul 2014 78,847 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2013 75,809 miles

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

Pass 8 Aug 2012 74,186 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2012 74,180 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

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

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a) DANGEROUS

Pass 2 Aug 2011 70,875 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 2 Aug 2011 70,875 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 26 Jul 2010 59,823 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2010 59,415 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Jul 2009 44,606 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2008 35,202 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2008 35,111 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

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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FT05 DDU is a 2005 Suzuki Swift in Black with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.9%.

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 FT05 DDU, 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 FT05 DDU registered?

FT05 DDU is a 2005 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 26 July 2005.

Is FT05 DDU safe to buy?

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