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ML05 NNU

2005 Suzuki Swift · Petrol · 1490cc

Red Registered in Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside · 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 25 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 10 (60% pass rate). It has 120,798 miles on the clock, averaging 7,100 miles per year, 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 ML05 NNU

MOT Status
Due date passed
120,798
Last Mileage
Recorded
25
Total Tests
Since 2008
60%
Pass Rate
15 passed, 10 failed

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

10

MOT failures recorded

Out of 25 tests on record
7,100

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

Below average
Latest reading120,798 miles
Reading date
Average per year7,100
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for ML05 NNU 19k44k70k95k121k '08'22'16

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Full MOT Test History 25 tests on record

PASS
Mileage120,798 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage120,798 miles
Since last MOT+4,012 miles
PASS
Mileage116,786 miles
Since last MOT+4 miles
FAIL
Mileage116,782 miles
Since last MOT+3,679 miles
PASS
Mileage113,103 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage113,103 miles
Since last MOT+7,773 miles
PASS
Mileage105,330 miles
Since last MOT+6,913 miles
PASS
Mileage98,417 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage98,417 miles
Since last MOT+5,092 miles
PASS
Mileage93,325 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage93,324 miles
Since last MOT+12,665 miles
PASS
Mileage80,659 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage80,659 miles
Since last MOT+15,014 miles
PASS
Mileage65,645 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage65,645 miles
Since last MOT+6,111 miles
PASS
Mileage59,534 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage59,534 miles
Since last MOT+5,503 miles
PASS
Mileage54,031 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage54,031 miles
Since last MOT+8,705 miles
PASS
Mileage45,326 miles
Since last MOT+6,671 miles
PASS
Mileage38,655 miles
Since last MOT+6,968 miles
PASS
Mileage31,687 miles
Since last MOT+6,737 miles
PASS
Mileage24,950 miles
Since last MOT+6,442 miles
PASS
Mileage18,508 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage18,508 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

RegistrationML05 NNU
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1490cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codeML — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside
Age identifier05 — March 2005 to August 2005

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About ML05 NNU

What car is ML05 NNU?

ML05 NNU is an red Suzuki Swift, petrol (1490cc). First registered in Manchester in 2005.

What is the mileage of ML05 NNU?

The last recorded mileage for ML05 NNU was 120,798 miles, recorded on 12 Oct 2022 during its most recent MOT test.

Has ML05 NNU passed its MOT?

ML05 NNU has had 25 MOT tests with a 60% pass rate (15 passes, 10 failures). It last passed on 12 Oct 2022.

Is ML05 NNU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, ML05 NNU 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 ML05 NNU?

ML05 NNU is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.