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SH05 EJU

2005 Suzuki Swift · Petrol · 1490cc

Yellow Registered in Glasgow, Scotland · 21 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2005
FuelPetrol
Engine1490cc
ColourYellow
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 19 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 8 (58% pass rate). It has 140,140 miles on the clock, averaging 9,017 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 SH05 EJU

MOT Status
Due date passed
140,140
Last Mileage
Recorded
19
Total Tests
Since 2008
58%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 8 failed

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

8

MOT failures recorded

Out of 19 tests on record
9,017

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
4

Gaps in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading140,140 miles
Reading date
Miles last year201
Average per year9,017
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for SH05 EJU 32k59k86k113k140k '08'20'13

Check SH05 EJU

Full MOT Test History 19 tests on record

PASS
Mileage140,140 miles
Since last MOT+201 miles
FAIL
Mileage139,939 miles
Since last MOT+9,057 miles
PASS
Mileage130,882 miles
Since last MOT+5 miles
FAIL
Mileage130,877 miles
Since last MOT+4,234 miles
PASS
Mileage126,643 miles
Since last MOT+6,162 miles
PASS
Mileage120,481 miles
Since last MOT+7,458 miles
PASS
Mileage113,023 miles
Since last MOT+31 miles
FAIL
Mileage112,992 miles
Since last MOT+1,072 miles
PASS
Mileage111,920 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage111,920 miles
Since last MOT+17,051 miles
PASS
Mileage94,869 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage94,868 miles
Since last MOT+12,846 miles
PASS
Mileage82,022 miles
Since last MOT+30 miles
FAIL
Mileage81,992 miles
Since last MOT+21,292 miles
PASS
Mileage60,700 miles
Since last MOT+207 miles
FAIL
Mileage60,493 miles
Since last MOT+14,906 miles
PASS
Mileage45,587 miles
Since last MOT+7 miles
FAIL
Mileage45,580 miles
Since last MOT+13,183 miles
PASS
Mileage32,397 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

RegistrationSH05 EJU
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1490cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codeSH — Glasgow, Scotland
Age identifier05 — March 2005 to August 2005

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About SH05 EJU

What car is SH05 EJU?

SH05 EJU is an yellow Suzuki Swift, petrol (1490cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2005.

What is the mileage of SH05 EJU?

The last recorded mileage for SH05 EJU was 140,140 miles, recorded on 19 Mar 2020 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SH05 EJU passed its MOT?

SH05 EJU has had 19 MOT tests with a 58% pass rate (11 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 19 Mar 2020.

Is SH05 EJU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, SH05 EJU 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 SH05 EJU?

SH05 EJU is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.