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GF05 GTY

2005 Suzuki Swift

Blue Petrol 1490cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jul 2021
Tests20 (12 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

117,552 mi
Last recorded117,552 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2020
Typical for 2005 Suzuki Swift64,757 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF05 GTY
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,490cc

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MOT History

12 pass 8 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2020 117,552 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2020 117,548 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing play so excessive it is likely to break up (5.1.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Fail 18 May 2020 117,525 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rearmost both n/s and o/s (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Pass 15 Apr 2019 113,649 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2019 113,643 miles

Nearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Jul 2017 109,466 miles

both rear brakes binding

eml on

handbrake travel high

offside front lower arm rear bush seperated

Fail 14 Jul 2017 109,466 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

both rear brakes binding

eml on

handbrake travel high

offside front lower arm rear bush seperated

Pass 11 Jul 2016 102,208 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 24 Apr 2015 95,819 miles

Both front lower wishbone rear bushes begining to seperate.

Both front tyres wearing on inner edges and close to wear limit.

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Handbrake lever has limited reserve travel.

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Wipers smeary.

Pass 15 Apr 2014 90,834 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

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

engine management light on

n/s front tyre has small cuts to inner sidewall

Pass 25 Apr 2013 82,618 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2013 82,618 miles

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

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

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

Fail 27 Apr 2012 68,553 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 27 Apr 2012 68,553 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 20 Apr 2011 60,211 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2010 52,854 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2010 52,854 miles

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

Pass 24 Apr 2009 43,154 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2009 43,154 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 25 Apr 2008 33,971 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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GF05 GTY is a 2005 Suzuki Swift in Blue with a 1,490cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 GF05 GTY, 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 GF05 GTY registered?

GF05 GTY is a 2005 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 27 April 2005.

Is GF05 GTY safe to buy?

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