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PF05 LUL

2005 Suzuki Swift

Blue Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Nov 2017
Tests14 (8 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

104,540 mi
Last recorded104,540 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2016
Typical for 2005 Suzuki Swift64,757 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPF05 LUL
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

8 pass 6 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2016 104,540 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2016 104,540 miles

Offside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 18 Sep 2015 94,998 miles

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

Offside rear parking (secondary) brake grabbing slightly (3.7.B.6b)

Fail 18 Sep 2015 94,994 miles

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

Offside rear parking (secondary) brake grabbing slightly (3.7.B.6b)

Fail 29 Aug 2013 84,245 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Oil leak

Pass 29 Aug 2013 84,245 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Oil leak

Pass 24 Aug 2012 69,436 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2012 69,436 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 11 Aug 2011 60,980 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2010 56,033 miles

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

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

Fail 15 Jun 2009 45,264 miles

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

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

tow bar obstructing fog lamp

Pass 15 Jun 2009 45,264 miles

tow bar obstructing fog lamp

Pass 26 Jun 2008 36,524 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2008 36,524 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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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PF05 LUL is a 2005 Suzuki Swift in Blue with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 PF05 LUL, 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 PF05 LUL registered?

PF05 LUL is a 2005 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 8 June 2005.

Is PF05 LUL safe to buy?

The MOT history for PF05 LUL shows 14 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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