Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2005 Suzuki Swift Petrol 1490cc has had 19 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 9 (53% pass rate). It has 167,156 miles on the clock, averaging 11,462 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 GY05 YDA
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 167,156 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 14,479 |
| Average per year | 11,462 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 19 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 | GY05 YDA |
| Make | Suzuki |
| Model | Swift |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1490cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GY — Brighton, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About GY05 YDA
What car is GY05 YDA?
GY05 YDA is a blue Suzuki Swift, petrol (1490cc). First registered in Brighton in 2005.
What is the mileage of GY05 YDA?
The last recorded mileage for GY05 YDA was 167,156 miles, recorded on 26 Jun 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GY05 YDA passed its MOT?
GY05 YDA has had 19 MOT tests with a 53% pass rate (10 passes, 9 failures). It last was tested on 26 Jun 2019.
Is GY05 YDA ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GY05 YDA 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 GY05 YDA?
GY05 YDA is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.