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FM05 UFC

2005 Suzuki Swift · Petrol · 1490cc

Red Registered in Nottingham, Forest and Fens · 21 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2005
FuelPetrol
Engine1490cc
ColourRed
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantPetrol pre-2006
Est. Annual Tax£165–£265

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 29 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 11 (62% pass rate). It has 93,364 miles on the clock, averaging 3,794 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. Common Suzuki Swift issues include premature gearbox bearing wear and noisy brakes (grinding/squealing).

MOT & Mileage History for FM05 UFC

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
93,364
Last Mileage
Recorded
29
Total Tests
Since 2008
62%
Pass Rate
18 passed, 11 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

11

MOT failures recorded

Out of 29 tests on record
3,794

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading93,364 miles
Reading date
Miles last year1
Average per year3,794
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for FM05 UFC 25k42k59k76k93k '08'26'18

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Full MOT Test History 29 tests on record

PASS
Mileage93,364 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage93,363 miles
Since last MOT+2,920 miles
PASS
Mileage90,443 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage90,443 miles
Since last MOT+4,498 miles
PASS
Mileage85,945 miles
Since last MOT+3,035 miles
PASS
Mileage82,910 miles
Since last MOT+4 miles
FAIL
Mileage82,906 miles
Since last MOT+6,949 miles
PASS
Mileage75,957 miles
Since last MOT+9,730 miles
PASS
Mileage66,227 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage66,227 miles
Since last MOT+6,905 miles
PASS
Mileage59,322 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage59,322 miles
Since last MOT+2,122 miles
PASS
Mileage57,200 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage57,200 miles
Since last MOT+4,112 miles
PASS
Mileage53,088 miles
Since last MOT+2,278 miles
PASS
Mileage50,810 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage50,810 miles
Since last MOT+768 miles
PASS
Mileage50,042 miles
Since last MOT+890 miles
FAIL
Mileage49,152 miles
Since last MOT+1,749 miles
PASS
Mileage47,403 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage47,403 miles
Since last MOT+2,430 miles
PASS
Mileage44,973 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage44,973 miles
Since last MOT+1,457 miles
PASS
Mileage43,516 miles
Since last MOT+1,538 miles
PASS
Mileage41,978 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage41,978 miles
Since last MOT+3,578 miles
PASS
Mileage38,400 miles
Since last MOT+3,543 miles
PASS
Mileage34,857 miles
Since last MOT+9,922 miles
PASS
Mileage24,935 miles

🔧 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

RegistrationFM05 UFC
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1490cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codeFM — Nottingham, Forest and Fens
Age identifier05 — March 2005 to August 2005

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About FM05 UFC

What car is FM05 UFC?

FM05 UFC is an red Suzuki Swift, petrol (1490cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2005.

What is the mileage of FM05 UFC?

The last recorded mileage for FM05 UFC was 93,364 miles, recorded on 29 Jul 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FM05 UFC passed its MOT?

FM05 UFC has had 29 MOT tests with a 62% pass rate (18 passes, 11 failures). It last passed on 29 Jul 2026.

Is FM05 UFC ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, FM05 UFC 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 FM05 UFC?

FM05 UFC is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.