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GY05 OSM

2005 Suzuki Swift

Blue Petrol 1490cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Apr 2013
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

77,095 mi
Last recorded77,095 miles
Recorded on19 Apr 2012
Typical for 2005 Suzuki Swift64,757 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGY05 OSM
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,490cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Fail 19 Apr 2012 77,095 miles

Rear registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Pass 19 Apr 2012 77,095 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2011 65,507 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2011 65,507 miles

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

Pass 16 Apr 2010 53,757 miles

Oil leak

as advised oil leak /the oil leak is leaking from non genuine oil filter as advised

Pass 20 Apr 2009 42,948 miles

Nearside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

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

advise handbrake travel high

Pass 3 Apr 2008 32,957 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2008 32,957 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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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GY05 OSM is a 2005 Suzuki Swift in Blue with a 1,490cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 GY05 OSM, 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 GY05 OSM registered?

GY05 OSM is a 2005 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 1 April 2005.

Is GY05 OSM safe to buy?

The MOT history for GY05 OSM shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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