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FV55 HCO

2005 Suzuki Wagon R

Red Petrol 1229cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Nov 2026
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

56,058 mi
Last recorded56,058 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2025
Typical for 2005 Suzuki Wagon R48,214 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV55 HCO
MakeSuzuki
ModelWagon R
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,229cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2025 56,058 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Coil spring corroded ALL 4 (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ALL 4 (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 27 Nov 2025 56,057 miles

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Central Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Coil spring corroded ALL 4 (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ALL 4 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Oct 2024 49,487 miles

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

front and rear suspension and mounting areas corroded not considered excessive

Pass 3 Nov 2023 41,600 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear on minimum standard (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material on minimum standard (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear on minimum standard (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material on minimum standard (1.1.11 (c))

both front suspension struts and springs corroded not excessive

slight lift in nearside suspension strut

Pass 2 Nov 2022 34,782 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material rear pipes x5 (1.1.11 (c))

rear silencer deteriorated

Fail 2 Nov 2022 34,782 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material rear pipes x5 (1.1.11 (c))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

rear silencer deteriorated

Pass 13 Nov 2021 26,749 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to wheel cylinder (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 8 Nov 2021 26,740 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to wheel cylinder (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 7 Nov 2020 17,121 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 6 Nov 2020 17,121 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 5 Nov 2019 14,828 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2018 14,128 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2017 13,353 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2016 12,590 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2015 11,294 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2014 10,177 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2013 9,232 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2012 8,340 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2011 7,450 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2010 6,531 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2009 5,470 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2008 4,439 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki Wagon R?

Based on 10,262 MOT tests across 1,138 vehicles.

71.0%
Pass Rate
4,627
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
1,138
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 556
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 554
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 365
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 362
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 345
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FV55 HCO is a 2005 Suzuki Wagon R in Red with a 1,229cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2005 Suzuki Wagon R models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.9% with a typical mileage of 48,214 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Suzuki Wagon R fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 556 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FV55 HCO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki Wagon R typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 21 years old, this Suzuki Wagon R is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FV55 HCO registered?

FV55 HCO is a 2005 Suzuki Wagon R, first registered on 12 November 2005.

Is FV55 HCO safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV55 HCO 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.

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