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WL55 EPN

2005 Suzuki Swift

Red Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Dec 2026
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

34,850 mi
Last recorded34,850 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2025
Typical for 2005 Suzuki Swift64,757 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWL55 EPN
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2025 34,850 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2025 34,847 miles

Brake performance unable to be tested due to nearside rear not working (1.2.1 (g))

Emissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))

Nearside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 4 Nov 2024 33,837 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2023 32,225 miles

Offside Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Nov 2022 30,984 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2021 29,816 miles

Front Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Nov 2020 29,236 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2019 28,522 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2018 27,376 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2017 26,556 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2016 26,353 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2015 26,191 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2015 26,191 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2015 26,191 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2014 25,915 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2013 25,437 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2012 25,069 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2011 24,237 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2010 22,869 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2010 22,843 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Nov 2009 21,405 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2009 21,404 miles

Centre Rear Rear fog lamp switch faulty (1.3.1a)

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 7 Jan 2009 16,874 miles

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

Fail 1 Dec 2008 16,864 miles

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

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

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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WL55 EPN is a 2005 Suzuki Swift in Red with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 WL55 EPN, 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 WL55 EPN?

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What year was WL55 EPN registered?

WL55 EPN is a 2005 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 23 December 2005.

Is WL55 EPN safe to buy?

The MOT history for WL55 EPN shows 24 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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