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R14 BJJ

2005 Suzuki Swift

Black Petrol 1490cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Feb 2020
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

29,771 mi
Last recorded29,771 miles
Recorded on22 Jan 2019
Typical for 2005 Suzuki Swift64,757 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR14 BJJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,490cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Jan 2019 29,771 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2018 28,312 miles

Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 9 Feb 2017 27,285 miles

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

Pass 19 Feb 2016 25,778 miles
Pass 12 May 2015 25,294 miles

Nearside Front 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)

offside rear seat belt slow retracting

Fail 12 May 2015 25,294 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

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

offside rear seat belt slow retracting

Pass 14 May 2014 24,564 miles
Fail 13 May 2013 23,673 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 13 May 2013 23,673 miles
Pass 14 May 2012 22,366 miles
Pass 17 May 2011 20,383 miles
Pass 17 May 2010 17,971 miles

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

Offisde front bottom suspension arm bush starting to delaminate

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

Pass 5 May 2009 15,944 miles
Pass 14 May 2008 14,222 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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R14 BJJ is a 2005 Suzuki Swift in Black with a 1,490cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 R14 BJJ, 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.

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What year was R14 BJJ registered?

R14 BJJ is a 2005 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 20 May 2005.

Is R14 BJJ safe to buy?

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