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 22 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 7 (68% pass rate). It has 77,484 miles on the clock, averaging 4,265 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 SO05 MXG
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 77,484 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 4,265 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 22 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 | SO05 MXG |
| Make | Suzuki |
| Model | Swift |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1490cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SO — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About SO05 MXG
What car is SO05 MXG?
SO05 MXG is an blue Suzuki Swift, petrol (1490cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2005.
What is the mileage of SO05 MXG?
The last recorded mileage for SO05 MXG was 77,484 miles, recorded on 5 Oct 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SO05 MXG passed its MOT?
SO05 MXG has had 22 MOT tests with a 68% pass rate (15 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 5 Oct 2022.
Is SO05 MXG ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SO05 MXG 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 SO05 MXG?
SO05 MXG is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.