CarVerify

Free Car Check

SM05 AWX

2005 Suzuki Swift

Silver Petrol 1328cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Aug 2018
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

73,518 mi
Last recorded73,518 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2017
Typical for 2005 Suzuki Swift64,757 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Suzuki
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM05 AWX
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2017 73,518 miles

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

service and parking brake efficiency only just met requirements

Pass 27 Jul 2016 69,023 miles

Front brake disc modified but not seriously weakened (3.5.1n)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel h/brake travel high (3.1.6b)

eml lamp on

rear brake pipes have been replaced & routed / secured differently to original fittment

Fail 27 Jul 2016 69,023 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Front brake disc modified but not seriously weakened (3.5.1n)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel h/brake travel high (3.1.6b)

eml lamp on

rear brake pipes have been replaced & routed / secured differently to original fittment

Pass 21 Jul 2015 68,507 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2014 62,361 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2014 62,361 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 19 Jun 2013 60,155 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2013 60,155 miles

Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)

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

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c) DANGEROUS

Pass 24 May 2012 54,962 miles

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

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

Fail 21 May 2012 54,962 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated 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)

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

Pass 31 Jan 2011 47,626 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2010 39,072 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2009 35,820 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)

Pass 14 Apr 2008 29,234 miles

Nearside Front Lower 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
Full Suzuki Swift reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

SM05 AWX is a 2005 Suzuki Swift in Silver with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 SM05 AWX, 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

How do I check the history of SM05 AWX?

You can check the full history of SM05 AWX by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was SM05 AWX registered?

SM05 AWX is a 2005 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 15 April 2005.

Is SM05 AWX safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM05 AWX shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SM05 AWX have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on SM05 AWX. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.