Vehicle summary
ULEZ status is estimated based on fuel type and registration year. It may not reflect the actual emission standard of this vehicle. Check with TfL for a definitive answer.
At a glance
This 2005 Suzuki Swift Petrol 1490cc has had 18 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 9 (50% pass rate). It has 185,204 miles on the clock, averaging 12,681 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. Common Suzuki Swift issues include premature gearbox bearing wear and noisy brakes (grinding/squealing).
MOT & Mileage History for CA05 UMU
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 185,204 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 12,681 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record
Reported issues for this Suzuki Swift
These are the most commonly reported problems on Suzuki Swift models (2004–2010), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.
Premature gearbox bearing wear
Input shaft bearings wear early, causing noise from degraded lubrication and metal-on-metal contact. · Typical repair: £300-£500 (bearing replacement + labour; full box rebuild £800+ if trashed).
Noisy brakes (grinding/squealing)
Rear brake calipers or pads suffer uneven wear or poor dust seals, leading to vibration-induced noise. · Typical repair: £150-£300 (caliper service/seals or pad replacement).
Front suspension bush wear and squeaking
Front lower control arm bushes (rubber tears/cracks) from poor compound quality. · Typical repair: £120-£250 (bush replacement per side).
Steering rack knocking
Rack gaiter splits or internal bush wear causes play and clunks. · Typical repair: £200-£400 (gaiters/bushes; full rack £600+).
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | CA05 UMU |
| Make | Suzuki |
| Model | Swift |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1490cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | CA — Cardiff, Cymru (Wales) |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About CA05 UMU
What car is CA05 UMU?
CA05 UMU is a blue Suzuki Swift, petrol (1490cc). First registered in Cardiff in 2005.
What is the mileage of CA05 UMU?
The last recorded mileage for CA05 UMU was 185,204 miles, recorded on 20 Jun 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has CA05 UMU passed its MOT?
CA05 UMU has had 18 MOT tests with a 50% pass rate (9 passes, 9 failures). It last passed on 20 Jun 2017.
Is CA05 UMU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, CA05 UMU is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2005, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is CA05 UMU?
CA05 UMU is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.