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VE55 YBK

2005 Suzuki Swift

Silver Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Apr 2018
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

118,374 mi
Last recorded118,374 miles
Recorded on11 Apr 2017
Typical for 2005 Suzuki Swift64,757 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVE55 YBK
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Apr 2017 118,374 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2016 107,196 miles

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 18 Mar 2015 89,402 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

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

Pass 13 Mar 2014 71,902 miles

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Fail 13 Mar 2014 71,902 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 16 Mar 2013 52,111 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2013 52,111 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 19 Mar 2012 36,085 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Fail 17 Mar 2012 36,085 miles

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

Offside Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Nearside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 16 Dec 2010 26,109 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2010 20,427 miles

front brake pads low

Pass 22 Apr 2009 12,263 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2008 11,542 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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VE55 YBK is a 2005 Suzuki Swift in Silver with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 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 VE55 YBK, 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 VE55 YBK?

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What year was VE55 YBK registered?

VE55 YBK is a 2005 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 10 December 2005.

Is VE55 YBK safe to buy?

The MOT history for VE55 YBK shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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