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WV55 DHY

2005 Suzuki Swift

Blue Petrol 1490cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Feb 2021
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

65,690 mi
Last recorded65,690 miles
Recorded on4 Feb 2021
Typical for 2005 Suzuki Swift64,757 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWV55 DHY
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,490cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Fail 4 Feb 2021 65,690 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

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

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

all tyres flat

Pass 27 Jan 2020 64,705 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Jan 2019 62,787 miles

Front brake disc have surface corrosion

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material axle pipe (1.1.11 (c))

mil lamp on dash

Pass 17 Jan 2018 60,162 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2018 60,162 miles

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

Pass 28 Jan 2017 55,241 miles

mil lamp on

Pass 30 Jan 2016 48,782 miles

Front no plate cracked

Pass 31 Jan 2015 45,674 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2014 42,954 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2013 39,126 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2012 32,067 miles

both front lower suspension arm rear bushes perrishing.

Pass 17 Dec 2010 23,991 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2009 15,280 miles

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

Pass 23 Oct 2008 7,694 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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WV55 DHY is a 2005 Suzuki Swift in Blue with a 1,490cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 WV55 DHY, 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 WV55 DHY?

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What year was WV55 DHY registered?

WV55 DHY is a 2005 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 13 December 2005.

Is WV55 DHY safe to buy?

The MOT history for WV55 DHY shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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