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SF55 XAU

2005 Suzuki Swift

Silver Petrol 1490cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jul 2017
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

67,515 mi
Last recorded67,515 miles
Recorded on19 Jul 2016
Typical for 2005 Suzuki Swift64,757 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Jul 2016 67,515 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 15 Jul 2015 55,042 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2014 46,063 miles

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

nearside front tyre wearing on outer edge

offside front tyre worn on inner edge

Fail 11 Jul 2014 46,063 miles

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

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

both front brake discs corroded on inner face

nearside front tyre wearing on outer edge

offside front tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 18 Jul 2013 37,544 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2012 29,899 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2011 27,269 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2010 23,087 miles

Advise handbrake req attention

Fail 12 Oct 2010 23,087 miles

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

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

Advise handbrake req attention

Pass 20 Oct 2009 18,756 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2008 13,307 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2008 13,305 miles

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

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

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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 XAU is a 2005 Suzuki Swift in Silver with a 1,490cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 SF55 XAU, 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 XAU registered?

SF55 XAU is a 2005 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 1 September 2005.

Is SF55 XAU safe to buy?

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