Suzuki Swift Gl (2005)
2005 Suzuki Swift Gl
CarHunch analysed 121 real MOT records for the 2005 Suzuki Swift Gl. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
The 2005 Suzuki Swift GL is a real concern on the MOT front: only 52.3% pass first time, compared to the UK average of 80%, and nearly half of these cars fail their test. The good news is that dangerous defects are non-existent in this cohort, so while failures are common, they're not safety-critical issues.
These Swifts are averaging just under 98,000 miles at around 19 years old, which is typical for age, but the 1.01 average failures per vehicle tells you that wear and tear accumulates fast. Before buying one, get a full pre-purchase inspection done by a specialist and budget for repairs—the first-time pass rate suggests you'll likely face at least one MOT-level fix.
What to check before buying a 2005 Suzuki Swift Gl
Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.
- 📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
- 🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
- 🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
- 📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type
| Fuel type | Vehicles | Pass rate | Avg failures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Other (69%) | 84 | 75.3% | 1.45 |
| Petrol (31%) | 37 | 0% | 0 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 2005 Suzuki Swift Gl vehicles sit in the blue band. If the car you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.
Half of all 2005 Suzuki Swift Gl vehicles fall between 80,275 and 113,273 miles.
2005 Suzuki Swift Gl — Still on the Road
Numbers are declining — 18 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 (23% of peak).
Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2017–2025.
MOT History Averages
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