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 21 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 8 (62% pass rate). It has 117,086 miles on the clock, averaging 8,937 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. Common Suzuki Swift issues include premature gearbox bearing wear and noisy brakes (grinding/squealing).
MOT & Mileage History for EF05 LWY
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 117,086 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 65 |
| Average per year | 8,937 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 21 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 | EF05 LWY |
| Make | Suzuki |
| Model | Swift |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1490cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | EF — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About EF05 LWY
What car is EF05 LWY?
EF05 LWY is an red Suzuki Swift, petrol (1490cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2005.
What is the mileage of EF05 LWY?
The last recorded mileage for EF05 LWY was 117,086 miles, recorded on 3 Mar 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EF05 LWY passed its MOT?
EF05 LWY has had 21 MOT tests with a 62% pass rate (13 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 3 Mar 2020.
Is EF05 LWY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EF05 LWY 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 EF05 LWY?
EF05 LWY is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.