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GJ55 XEY

2005 Suzuki Swift

Black Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Nov 2023
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

47,317 mi
Last recorded47,317 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2022
Typical for 2005 Suzuki Swift64,757 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ55 XEY
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2022 47,317 miles

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

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

Fail 31 Oct 2022 47,317 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

Pass 28 Oct 2021 45,399 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2020 43,392 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2020 43,392 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (7.1.2 (e))

Pass 8 Oct 2019 40,344 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2018 37,772 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2017 34,390 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2016 31,937 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 28 Oct 2015 29,560 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 3 Nov 2014 26,799 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2014 26,799 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 21 Oct 2013 22,828 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 25 Oct 2012 19,912 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2011 16,736 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

front brake discs slight wear on inner edge

Pass 20 Oct 2010 13,569 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2009 10,882 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2008 8,255 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2008 8,255 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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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GJ55 XEY is a 2005 Suzuki Swift in Black with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 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 GJ55 XEY, 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

How do I check the history of GJ55 XEY?

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What year was GJ55 XEY registered?

GJ55 XEY is a 2005 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 31 October 2005.

Is GJ55 XEY safe to buy?

The MOT history for GJ55 XEY shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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