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YC05 BHU

2005 Suzuki Swift

Red Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jul 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

37,741 mi
Last recorded37,741 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2026
Typical for 2005 Suzuki Swift64,757 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC05 BHU
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2026 37,741 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Jul 2025 31,206 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Fail 22 Jul 2025 31,206 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Pass 19 Aug 2024 27,673 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2023 26,320 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2022 26,149 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2021 26,028 miles

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

Pass 17 Sep 2020 25,776 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2019 25,467 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2018 24,704 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2017 23,852 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2016 22,814 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2015 21,509 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2014 19,914 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2013 18,510 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2012 16,768 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2011 15,090 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2010 14,325 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2009 11,896 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2008 9,961 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 10 Apr 2008 9,961 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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YC05 BHU is a 2005 Suzuki Swift in Red with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 YC05 BHU, 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 YC05 BHU registered?

YC05 BHU is a 2005 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 22 April 2005.

Is YC05 BHU safe to buy?

The MOT history for YC05 BHU shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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