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VK55 LRY

2005 Suzuki Swift

Blue Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Dec 2019
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

174,883 mi
Last recorded174,883 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2018
Typical for 2005 Suzuki Swift64,757 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK55 LRY
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Dec 2018 174,883 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2017 167,353 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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)

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

Pass 7 Dec 2016 159,422 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2015 150,272 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2014 139,929 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2013 122,425 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2012 64,185 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

Offside Front Front suspension has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

Fail 12 Dec 2011 96,084 miles

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

Spare tyre defective

Pass 12 Dec 2011 96,084 miles

Spare tyre defective

Pass 15 Nov 2010 78,207 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2009 62,007 miles

Nearside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Offside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Fail 30 Nov 2009 61,692 miles

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

Nearside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Offside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Pass 5 Dec 2008 45,698 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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VK55 LRY is a 2005 Suzuki Swift in Blue with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 VK55 LRY, 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 VK55 LRY registered?

VK55 LRY is a 2005 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 16 September 2005.

Is VK55 LRY safe to buy?

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