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YM05 MXP

2005 Suzuki Swift

Grey Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Oct 2017
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

94,665 mi
Last recorded94,665 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2016
Typical for 2005 Suzuki Swift64,757 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYM05 MXP
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2016 94,665 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both front tyres close to limit (4.1.E.1)

oil leak

Fail 24 Oct 2016 94,660 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both front tyres close to limit (4.1.E.1)

oil leak

Pass 19 Oct 2015 85,393 miles

petrol tank filler neck/pipe has been leaking, but is dry at time of test

Fail 19 Oct 2015 85,393 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

petrol tank filler neck/pipe has been leaking, but is dry at time of test

Pass 21 Oct 2014 72,577 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2013 70,472 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 20 Sep 2013 70,472 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 21 Sep 2012 65,269 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)

Oil leak

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 21 Sep 2012 65,269 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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)

Oil leak

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 12 Oct 2011 55,010 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 15 Oct 2010 46,226 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2009 38,125 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2008 30,580 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2008 30,575 miles

Offside Rear Exhaust has a part missing (7.1.1a)

Pass 30 Jul 2008 29,241 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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YM05 MXP is a 2005 Suzuki Swift in Grey with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 YM05 MXP, 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 YM05 MXP registered?

YM05 MXP is a 2005 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 22 July 2005.

Is YM05 MXP safe to buy?

The MOT history for YM05 MXP shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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