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AK05 XTX

2005 Suzuki Swift

Red Petrol 1490cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jan 2016
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

127,946 mi
Last recorded127,946 miles
Recorded on20 Jan 2015
Typical for 2005 Suzuki Swift64,757 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK05 XTX
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,490cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Jan 2015 127,946 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing (2.7.2a)

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

Oil leak

Fail 16 Jan 2015 127,946 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing (2.7.2a)

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

Oil leak

Pass 25 Jan 2014 122,856 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Oil leak

slight damaged to front number plate

Fail 18 Jan 2014 122,849 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Oil leak

slight damaged to front number plate

Pass 14 Sep 2012 112,617 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2011 91,627 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2010 69,870 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

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

Fail 16 Sep 2010 69,721 miles

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

Centre Rear Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

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

Pass 18 Sep 2009 50,459 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Pass 22 Sep 2008 31,158 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2008 28,023 miles

front pads low

nsf wishbone bush spliting

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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AK05 XTX is a 2005 Suzuki Swift in Red with a 1,490cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 AK05 XTX, 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 AK05 XTX registered?

AK05 XTX is a 2005 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 19 April 2005.

Is AK05 XTX safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK05 XTX shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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