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MH05 NGN

2005 Suzuki Swift

Blue Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Apr 2026
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

90,009 mi
Last recorded90,009 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 Suzuki Swift64,757 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMH05 NGN
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Fail 7 Apr 2026 90,009 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength axle mount area corroded through (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

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

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Apr 2025 86,299 miles

Central Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material n/s & o/s pipes corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing n/s & o/s casing (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n/s & o/s trailing arm bushes slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n/s & o/s trailing arm bushes slightly perishing (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 8 Apr 2025 86,299 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn wishbone rear bush split (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Central Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material n/s & o/s pipes corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing n/s & o/s casing (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n/s & o/s trailing arm bushes slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n/s & o/s trailing arm bushes slightly perishing (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Apr 2024 81,485 miles

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

Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 8 Apr 2024 81,485 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn wishbone rear bush splitting (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 28 Apr 2023 75,829 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2023 75,829 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure side wall egged (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Inner Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure side wall egged (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.6 mm (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.3 mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.2 mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 Apr 2022 63,794 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 20 Apr 2021 54,629 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2020 48,559 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Fail 27 Apr 2020 48,558 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 1 May 2019 43,973 miles
Pass 1 May 2018 40,461 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2017 36,518 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2016 29,798 miles
Pass 9 May 2015 37,637 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2014 37,097 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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MH05 NGN is a 2005 Suzuki Swift in Blue with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 MH05 NGN, 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 MH05 NGN registered?

MH05 NGN is a 2005 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 31 December 2005.

Is MH05 NGN safe to buy?

The MOT history for MH05 NGN shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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