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VEZ 9617

2005 Suzuki Swift

White Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jan 2021
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

112,887 mi
Last recorded112,887 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2019
Typical for 2005 Suzuki Swift64,757 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVEZ 9617
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2019 112,887 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2016 103,425 miles

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

coil spring corroded both front (2.4.C.1b)

rear brake pipes corroding

Fail 26 Aug 2016 103,425 miles

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

coil spring corroded both front (2.4.C.1b)

rear brake pipes corroding

Pass 29 Aug 2015 92,158 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded both rear (3.6.B.2c)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both inner front (3.5.1i)

coil spring corroded both front (2.4.C.1b)

oil filter corroded and leaking

Fail 29 Aug 2015 92,158 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded both rear (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both inner front (3.5.1i)

coil spring corroded both front (2.4.C.1b)

oil filter corroded and leaking

Pass 3 Sep 2014 79,276 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 26 Aug 2014 79,276 miles

Offside Front Anti-lock braking system component excessively damaged (3.4.2)

Offside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 27 Aug 2013 73,843 miles

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

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

rear tyres perishing

Pass 4 Sep 2012 70,429 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2012 70,429 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Offside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

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

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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VEZ 9617 is a 2005 Suzuki Swift in White with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 VEZ 9617, 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 VEZ 9617 registered?

VEZ 9617 is a 2005 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 10 August 2005.

Is VEZ 9617 safe to buy?

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