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PN55 VFT

2005 Suzuki Swift

Blue Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Sep 2017
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

49,706 mi
Last recorded49,706 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2016
Typical for 2005 Suzuki Swift64,757 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPN55 VFT
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2016 49,706 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2016 49,706 miles

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Pass 7 Sep 2015 47,430 miles

child seat fitted to o/s/r

Fail 7 Sep 2015 47,430 miles

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

child seat fitted to o/s/r

Pass 9 Sep 2014 45,273 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2014 45,273 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)

Pass 18 Sep 2013 43,315 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2013 43,100 miles

offside rear and nearside rear seat belts slow to retract

Pass 15 Aug 2012 37,380 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2012 37,354 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

the rear wiper blade is worn out

Pass 19 Jul 2011 32,615 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2010 28,002 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2010 28,002 miles

Nearside Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

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

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

front disc's worn/lipped.

tracking req'd.

Pass 10 Aug 2009 21,790 miles

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

Pass 11 Aug 2008 17,071 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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PN55 VFT is a 2005 Suzuki Swift in Blue with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 PN55 VFT, 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 PN55 VFT registered?

PN55 VFT is a 2005 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 12 September 2005.

Is PN55 VFT safe to buy?

The MOT history for PN55 VFT shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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