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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 5 (69% pass rate). It has 135,423 miles on the clock, averaging 9,998 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 GP05 CVU
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 135,423 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6,318 |
| Average per year | 9,998 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 16 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 | GP05 CVU |
| Make | Suzuki |
| Model | Swift |
| Colour | White |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1490cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GP — Brighton, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About GP05 CVU
What car is GP05 CVU?
GP05 CVU is a white Suzuki Swift, petrol (1490cc). First registered in Brighton in 2005.
What is the mileage of GP05 CVU?
The last recorded mileage for GP05 CVU was 135,423 miles, recorded on 9 Jan 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GP05 CVU passed its MOT?
GP05 CVU has had 16 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (11 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 9 Jan 2020.
Is GP05 CVU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GP05 CVU 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 GP05 CVU?
GP05 CVU is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.