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VU05 YSY

2005 Suzuki Swift

Red Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Sep 2019
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

77,703 mi
Last recorded77,703 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2018
Typical for 2005 Suzuki Swift64,757 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU05 YSY
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2018 77,703 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2018 77,703 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 2 Sep 2017 68,798 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 31 Aug 2016 83,340 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2015 78,181 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2015 78,181 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 28 Mar 2014 70,124 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2013 65,405 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2012 58,009 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2012 58,009 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

offside rear brake sticking on slightly

Pass 5 Apr 2011 49,877 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2010 44,544 miles

Splits starting in near side front lower suspension arm bush

Pass 1 Apr 2009 36,074 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2008 28,118 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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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VU05 YSY is a 2005 Suzuki Swift in Red with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 VU05 YSY, 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 VU05 YSY registered?

VU05 YSY is a 2005 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 26 April 2005.

Is VU05 YSY safe to buy?

The MOT history for VU05 YSY shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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