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SF55 WVN

2005 Suzuki Swift

Silver Petrol 1490cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jun 2027
Tests28 (19 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate67.9%

Mileage

41,695 mi
Last recorded41,695 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2026
Typical for 2005 Suzuki Swift64,757 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSF55 WVN
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,490cc

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MOT History

19 pass 9 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2026 41,695 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive SILL (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive SILL (5.3.6 (a) (i))

RUSTY UNDERSIDE

Fail 16 Jun 2026 41,695 miles

RUSTY UNDERSIDE

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive SILL (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive SILL (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 15 May 2025 38,661 miles

Central Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 15 May 2025 38,660 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Central Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 24 May 2024 36,416 miles
Pass 23 May 2023 34,362 miles
Fail 23 May 2023 34,360 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 31 May 2022 32,374 miles
Fail 31 May 2022 32,371 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

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

Pass 5 Jun 2021 30,405 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2020 28,062 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2020 28,062 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 14 Sep 2019 25,014 miles

Front suspension corroded

Rear suspension corroded

under body corroded

Fail 14 Sep 2019 25,014 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Front suspension corroded

Rear suspension corroded

under body corroded

Pass 27 Sep 2018 23,801 miles

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

front sub-frame rusty

Pass 12 Sep 2017 23,339 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2016 22,283 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2015 21,021 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2015 21,019 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Aug 2014 19,919 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2013 18,187 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2013 18,187 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

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

indide edge of both front brake discs badly corroded.

Pass 28 Aug 2012 16,717 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2011 15,236 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2010 12,330 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2009 9,455 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2008 7,600 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2008 7,600 miles

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

Offside Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated 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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SF55 WVN is a 2005 Suzuki Swift in Silver with a 1,490cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 28 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 67.9%.

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 SF55 WVN, 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 SF55 WVN registered?

SF55 WVN is a 2005 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 8 September 2005.

Is SF55 WVN safe to buy?

The MOT history for SF55 WVN shows 28 tests with a 67.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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