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SJ55 HMH

2005 Suzuki Swift

Red Diesel 1248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Sep 2019
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

67,568 mi
Last recorded67,568 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2018
Typical for 2005 Suzuki Swift64,757 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSJ55 HMH
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,248cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2018 67,568 miles

Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn axle front bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 30 Aug 2018 67,564 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn axle front bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Aug 2017 63,640 miles

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

Nearside Rear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended axle front bush (2.4.F.3)

Offside Rear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended axle front bush (2.4.F.3)

Fail 28 Aug 2017 63,640 miles

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

Nearside Rear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended axle front bush (2.4.F.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended axle front bush (2.4.F.3)

Pass 25 Aug 2016 58,960 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2015 53,413 miles

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

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

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

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

Fail 25 Aug 2015 53,406 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

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

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 27 Aug 2014 47,629 miles

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

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

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

offside rear wheel bearing slightly noisy

Fail 25 Aug 2014 47,622 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2) DANGEROUS

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

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

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

offside rear wheel bearing slightly noisy

Pass 24 Aug 2013 40,981 miles

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

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 27 Aug 2012 33,876 miles

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

Pass 29 Aug 2011 27,157 miles

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

Pass 23 Aug 2010 20,673 miles

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

Pass 17 Aug 2009 15,226 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2008 10,593 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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SJ55 HMH is a 2005 Suzuki Swift in Red with a 1,248cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 SJ55 HMH, 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 SJ55 HMH registered?

SJ55 HMH is a 2005 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 1 September 2005.

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