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SL05 YBT

2005 Suzuki Swift

Silver Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Dec 2020
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

43,746 mi
Last recorded43,746 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2019
Typical for 2005 Suzuki Swift64,757 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSL05 YBT
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2019 43,746 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2018 40,100 miles
Fail 25 May 2018 40,098 miles

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 18 May 2017 36,832 miles
Pass 18 May 2016 33,431 miles
Fail 18 May 2016 33,431 miles

Nearside Rear 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 8 May 2015 31,958 miles
Pass 7 May 2014 29,326 miles
Pass 17 May 2013 25,774 miles
Pass 17 May 2012 23,442 miles
Pass 11 May 2011 19,085 miles
Pass 5 May 2010 16,945 miles
Fail 5 May 2010 16,945 miles

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

Pass 5 May 2009 15,092 miles
Fail 5 May 2009 15,092 miles

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

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

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 30 Apr 2008 12,811 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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SL05 YBT is a 2005 Suzuki Swift in Silver with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 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 SL05 YBT, 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 SL05 YBT registered?

SL05 YBT is a 2005 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 29 April 2005.

Is SL05 YBT safe to buy?

The MOT history for SL05 YBT shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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