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GF55 HKJ

2005 Suzuki Swift

Grey Petrol 1490cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Oct 2026
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

50,662 mi
Last recorded50,662 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2025
Typical for 2005 Suzuki Swift64,757 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF55 HKJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,490cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2025 50,662 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule on axle mounting point (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front strut top mounting has slight play

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule on axle mounting point (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 10 Oct 2025 50,661 miles

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule on axle mounting point (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front strut top mounting has slight play

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule on axle mounting point (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 15 Oct 2024 43,273 miles

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

Nearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rearmost wishbone bush worn close to limit (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rearmost wishbone bush worn close to limit (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front strut top mount play

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 3 Oct 2023 34,561 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn to 1.8mm 185/60r15 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front slight play in strut top mount

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn to 2.8mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Fail 3 Oct 2023 34,561 miles

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

Front Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn to 1.8mm 185/60r15 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front slight play in strut top mount

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn to 2.8mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 4 Oct 2022 27,322 miles

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

Nearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rearmost wishbone bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn to 2.2mm 185/60r15 (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn to 2.2mm 185/60r15 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Oct 2021 18,650 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened x2 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 31 Oct 2020 17,255 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2020 17,255 miles

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

Offside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Dec 2019 12,422 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

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

Pass 4 Sep 2018 9,220 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2017 8,099 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2016 7,841 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2015 7,427 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2014 7,149 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2013 6,431 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2012 5,624 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2011 4,504 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2011 4,504 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 12 Oct 2010 3,894 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2009 3,470 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2008 2,722 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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GF55 HKJ is a 2005 Suzuki Swift in Grey 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 GF55 HKJ, 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 GF55 HKJ registered?

GF55 HKJ is a 2005 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 19 October 2005.

Is GF55 HKJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF55 HKJ 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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