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KH05 FHR

2005 Suzuki Swift

Blue Petrol 1490cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Nov 2018
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

113,624 mi
Last recorded113,624 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2017
Typical for 2005 Suzuki Swift64,757 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKH05 FHR
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,490cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Fail 14 Nov 2017 113,624 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Pass 9 Nov 2017 113,624 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2015 103,981 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

evidence of possible coolant leak n/s lower radiator

front brake discs lipped

front brake pads worn

front number plate cracked

n/s/r tyre wearing inner edge/slight cracking

o/s/r tyre worn inner/wearing outer/slight cracking

Fail 8 Sep 2015 103,981 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

evidence of possible coolant leak n/s lower radiator

front brake discs lipped

front brake pads worn

front number plate cracked

n/s wiper judders/poor

n/s/f tyre wearing inner edge/slight cracking

o/s/f tyre very worn inner edge/slight cracking

o/s/r brake lag-25%

Pass 4 Sep 2014 98,109 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2013 92,197 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Centre Rear Seat belt cut but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Oil leak

front brake discs and pads worn

front number plate cracked

Fail 4 Sep 2013 92,197 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Centre Rear Seat belt cut but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

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

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

Oil leak

front brake discs and pads worn

front number plate cracked

Pass 20 Sep 2012 85,736 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

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

Pass 5 Sep 2011 77,397 miles

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

front brake discs and pads slightly worn

o/s/f tyre feathering inner edge

rear wiper blade u/s

Fail 5 Sep 2011 77,397 miles

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

front brake discs and pads slightly worn

o/s/f tyre feathering inner edge

rear wiper blade u/s

Fail 2 Sep 2010 68,747 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Nail in nearside front tyre

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 2 Sep 2010 68,747 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Nail in nearside front tyre

Pass 27 Aug 2009 57,038 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2008 41,825 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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KH05 FHR is a 2005 Suzuki Swift in Blue with a 1,490cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 KH05 FHR, 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 KH05 FHR registered?

KH05 FHR is a 2005 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 7 June 2005.

Is KH05 FHR safe to buy?

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