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YB05 OJA

2005 Suzuki Swift

Yellow Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Oct 2024
Tests23 (16 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate69.6%

Mileage

95,435 mi
Last recorded95,435 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2023
Typical for 2005 Suzuki Swift64,757 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYB05 OJA
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2005
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

16 pass 7 fail
Pass 3 Oct 2023 95,435 miles

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

Pass 24 Sep 2022 82,545 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2021 72,882 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2021 72,857 miles

Nearside Front Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Sep 2020 70,341 miles

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

Fail 28 Sep 2020 70,341 miles

Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect both sides (4.1.2 (c))

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

Pass 11 Jul 2019 65,015 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2019 65,015 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))

Fail 31 Oct 2018 62,135 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 14 Jul 2018 61,268 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2017 51,134 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2016 43,490 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2016 43,490 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 16 Jun 2015 39,689 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2014 38,110 miles

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)

Pass 13 Jun 2013 34,784 miles

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)

Pass 8 Jun 2012 30,759 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2012 30,759 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 16 Jun 2011 26,154 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2011 26,154 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 20 May 2010 20,906 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2009 18,480 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2008 15,340 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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YB05 OJA is a 2005 Suzuki Swift in Yellow with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 YB05 OJA, 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 YB05 OJA registered?

YB05 OJA is a 2005 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 27 July 2005.

Is YB05 OJA safe to buy?

The MOT history for YB05 OJA shows 23 tests with a 69.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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