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RF55 OGX

2005 Suzuki Swift

Red Petrol 1490cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Nov 2026
Tests25 (19 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76%

Mileage

142,774 mi
Last recorded142,774 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2025
Typical for 2005 Suzuki Swift64,757 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRF55 OGX
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,490cc

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MOT History

19 pass 6 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2025 142,774 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2024 137,417 miles

Central Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Nov 2023 117,177 miles
Pass 26 May 2023 116,239 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Inner surface corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Fail 25 May 2023 116,239 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Inner surface corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 9 Jun 2022 105,342 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2022 105,342 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 9 Jul 2021 95,393 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2020 95,338 miles

Nearside Front Upper Macpherson strut damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Front Upper Macpherson strut damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Parking (secondary brake) grabbing slightly both side (1.3.1 (c))

Fail 12 Oct 2020 95,338 miles

Nearside Front Upper Macpherson strut damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Front Upper Macpherson strut damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Parking (secondary brake) grabbing slightly both side (1.3.1 (c))

Pass 1 Oct 2019 93,202 miles

parking brake efficiency just met requirement

Pass 6 Oct 2018 90,359 miles

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

Fail 6 Oct 2018 90,359 miles

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

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 3 Oct 2017 87,966 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2017 87,966 miles

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 3 Oct 2016 85,040 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2015 82,081 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2014 78,246 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 25 Nov 2014 78,246 miles

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

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

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

Pass 11 Nov 2013 69,868 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2012 62,982 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2011 55,106 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2010 48,055 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2009 38,780 miles

off side front abs ring cracked

Pass 29 Nov 2008 31,488 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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RF55 OGX is a 2005 Suzuki Swift in Red with a 1,490cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76%.

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 RF55 OGX, 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 RF55 OGX registered?

RF55 OGX is a 2005 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 30 December 2005.

Is RF55 OGX safe to buy?

The MOT history for RF55 OGX shows 25 tests with a 76% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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