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FV55 DWK

2005 Suzuki Swift

Red Petrol 1490cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Jan 2027
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

50,346 mi
Last recorded50,346 miles
Recorded on5 Jan 2026
Typical for 2005 Suzuki Swift64,757 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV55 DWK
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,490cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Jan 2026 50,346 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2025 46,023 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2023 43,661 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2022 42,334 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2021 41,725 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2020 41,391 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2019 41,092 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2018 39,994 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2017 38,777 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2017 38,772 miles

Offside Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Pass 30 Nov 2016 37,661 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2015 36,500 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2015 36,498 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Pass 9 Dec 2014 35,178 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2013 33,367 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2013 33,291 miles

Power steering malfunctioning (2.3.3a)

Pass 18 Dec 2012 31,735 miles
Fail 22 Dec 2011 30,592 miles

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

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 22 Dec 2011 30,592 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Dec 2010 28,272 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2009 24,814 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2008 18,830 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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FV55 DWK is a 2005 Suzuki Swift in Red with a 1,490cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 FV55 DWK, 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 FV55 DWK registered?

FV55 DWK is a 2005 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 31 October 2005.

Is FV55 DWK safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV55 DWK shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FV55 DWK have outstanding finance?

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