Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2005 Suzuki Swift Petrol 1490cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 7 (56% pass rate). It has 101,689 miles on the clock, averaging 7,309 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 PY05 AAO
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 101,689 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3,572 |
| Average per year | 7,309 |
| 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 | PY05 AAO |
| Make | Suzuki |
| Model | Swift |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1490cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | PY — Carlisle, Preston |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About PY05 AAO
What car is PY05 AAO?
PY05 AAO is a blue Suzuki Swift, petrol (1490cc). First registered in Carlisle in 2005.
What is the mileage of PY05 AAO?
The last recorded mileage for PY05 AAO was 101,689 miles, recorded on 20 Mar 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has PY05 AAO passed its MOT?
PY05 AAO has had 16 MOT tests with a 56% pass rate (9 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 20 Mar 2018.
Is PY05 AAO ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, PY05 AAO 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 PY05 AAO?
PY05 AAO is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.