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GV55 VLT

2005 Suzuki Swift

Green Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Dec 2024
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

120,009 mi
Last recorded120,009 miles
Recorded on16 Dec 2023
Typical for 2005 Suzuki Swift64,757 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV55 VLT
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2005
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Dec 2023 120,009 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 14 Dec 2022 112,173 miles

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

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

Pass 18 Dec 2021 55,133 miles

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

Fail 18 Dec 2021 55,130 miles

Offside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Rear Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking and braking performance affected (1.1.16 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 18 Dec 2020 51,013 miles

Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Fail 18 Dec 2020 51,013 miles

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

Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 14 Dec 2019 46,167 miles

Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both Top Mounts (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 12 Dec 2018 36,858 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2017 28,688 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2017 28,688 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 12 Dec 2016 22,257 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2015 15,471 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2014 9,033 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2013 2,826 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2012 71,878 miles

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

nearside rear seat belt faulty operation

Pass 15 Dec 2012 71,878 miles

nearside rear seat belt faulty operation

Pass 3 Dec 2011 62,048 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2010 51,576 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2009 40,054 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2008 29,193 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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GV55 VLT is a 2005 Suzuki Swift in Green with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 GV55 VLT, 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 GV55 VLT registered?

GV55 VLT is a 2005 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 23 December 2005.

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