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WL05 BHF

2005 Suzuki Swift

Grey Petrol 1490cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Nov 2022
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

89,793 mi
Last recorded89,793 miles
Recorded on16 Nov 2021
Typical for 2005 Suzuki Swift64,757 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWL05 BHF
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,490cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 Nov 2021 89,793 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2021 89,783 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp flashing (4.2.3 (c))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened on both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Nov 2020 80,612 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both Front (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 12 Nov 2020 80,592 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Coil spring mounting insecure to the extent that relative movement is visible top mount (5.3.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both Front (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Jun 2019 76,480 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread number plate broken (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front tyre perishing on wall

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security both sides (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chips in screen (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 12 Jun 2019 76,464 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread number plate broken (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front tyre perishing on wall

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security both sides (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chips in screen (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 16 May 2018 64,883 miles
Fail 12 May 2018 64,632 miles

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

Pass 2 Jun 2017 57,838 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit outer edge (4.1.E.1)

Pass 27 May 2016 53,958 miles
Fail 24 May 2016 53,921 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint wishbone outer ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 29 May 2015 49,009 miles
Pass 28 May 2014 45,476 miles
Pass 28 May 2013 40,672 miles

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

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

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Pass 16 May 2012 34,517 miles

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

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

Pass 14 May 2011 29,542 miles

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

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

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

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

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

front discs worn

offside driveshaft support bearing rough

Pass 20 May 2010 18,545 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2009 16,292 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2008 13,723 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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WL05 BHF is a 2005 Suzuki Swift in Grey with a 1,490cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 WL05 BHF, 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.

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WL05 BHF is a 2005 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 28 June 2005.

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