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 10 and failing 6 (63% pass rate). It has 155,150 miles on the clock, averaging 11,656 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 KP05 HKJ
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 155,150 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,335 |
| Average per year | 11,656 |
| 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 | KP05 HKJ |
| Make | Suzuki |
| Model | Swift |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1490cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | KP — Luton, Luton and Northampton |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About KP05 HKJ
What car is KP05 HKJ?
KP05 HKJ is a silver Suzuki Swift, petrol (1490cc). First registered in Luton in 2005.
What is the mileage of KP05 HKJ?
The last recorded mileage for KP05 HKJ was 155,150 miles, recorded on 19 Jan 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has KP05 HKJ passed its MOT?
KP05 HKJ has had 16 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (10 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 19 Jan 2018.
Is KP05 HKJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, KP05 HKJ 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 KP05 HKJ?
KP05 HKJ is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.