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SF05 XLA

2005 Suzuki Swift

Grey Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Feb 2019
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

90,452 mi
Last recorded90,452 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2021
Typical for 2005 Suzuki Swift64,757 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSF05 XLA
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Fail 26 Aug 2021 90,452 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

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

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

Pass 9 Feb 2018 87,360 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2017 86,317 miles

Front engine mounting deteriorated, but not resulting in excessive movement (6.1.D.1a)

Fail 18 Feb 2017 86,317 miles

Fuel pipe leaking Fuel tank neck (7.2.3)

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

Front engine mounting deteriorated, but not resulting in excessive movement (6.1.D.1a)

Pass 26 Feb 2016 84,270 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (3.5.1i)

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

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion under seal (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion under seal (6.1.B.2)

Pass 11 Feb 2015 77,289 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2014 70,167 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2014 70,167 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

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

Fail 23 Jan 2014 70,170 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp is missing. (3.4.1a)

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

Main beam 'tell-tale' not working (1.7.4c)

Nearside Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Nearside Rear wheel cylinder has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage severely distorted (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Nearside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

offside rear wheel cylinder has restricted free movement

Pass 17 Nov 2012 61,019 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2011 50,035 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2011 50,035 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because a lightweight or space saving wheel is fitted (4.1.A.1b)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 2 Nov 2010 39,529 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2009 30,343 miles

Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 10 Nov 2008 21,421 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 27 May 2008 19,379 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)

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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SF05 XLA is a 2005 Suzuki Swift in Grey with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 SF05 XLA, 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 SF05 XLA registered?

SF05 XLA is a 2005 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 31 May 2005.

Is SF05 XLA safe to buy?

The MOT history for SF05 XLA shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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