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 19 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 8 (58% pass rate). It has 147,269 miles on the clock, averaging 7,673 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. Common Suzuki Swift issues include premature gearbox bearing wear and noisy brakes (grinding/squealing).
MOT & Mileage History for ST05 DUV
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 147,269 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3,788 |
| Average per year | 7,673 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 19 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 | ST05 DUV |
| Make | Suzuki |
| Model | Swift |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1490cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | ST — Dundee, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About ST05 DUV
What car is ST05 DUV?
ST05 DUV is an blue Suzuki Swift, petrol (1490cc). First registered in Dundee in 2005.
What is the mileage of ST05 DUV?
The last recorded mileage for ST05 DUV was 147,269 miles, recorded on 6 Nov 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has ST05 DUV passed its MOT?
ST05 DUV has had 19 MOT tests with a 58% pass rate (11 passes, 8 failures). It last was tested on 6 Nov 2020.
Is ST05 DUV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, ST05 DUV 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 ST05 DUV?
ST05 DUV is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.