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 12 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 2 (83% pass rate). It has 62,052 miles on the clock, averaging 4,929 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 LS05 VMU
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 62,052 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,620 |
| Average per year | 4,929 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 12 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 | LS05 VMU |
| Make | Suzuki |
| Model | Swift |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1490cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | LS — Stanmore, London |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About LS05 VMU
What car is LS05 VMU?
LS05 VMU is an blue Suzuki Swift, petrol (1490cc). First registered in Stanmore in 2005.
What is the mileage of LS05 VMU?
The last recorded mileage for LS05 VMU was 62,052 miles, recorded on 3 Aug 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has LS05 VMU passed its MOT?
LS05 VMU has had 12 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (10 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 3 Aug 2017.
Is LS05 VMU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, LS05 VMU 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 LS05 VMU?
LS05 VMU is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.