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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 6 (60% pass rate). It has 89,809 miles on the clock, averaging 8,039 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 WP05 LXM
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 89,809 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 19 |
| Average per year | 8,039 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 15 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 | WP05 LXM |
| Make | Suzuki |
| Model | Swift |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1490cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | WP — Bristol, West of England |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About WP05 LXM
What car is WP05 LXM?
WP05 LXM is a blue Suzuki Swift, petrol (1490cc). First registered in Bristol in 2005.
What is the mileage of WP05 LXM?
The last recorded mileage for WP05 LXM was 89,809 miles, recorded on 18 Oct 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has WP05 LXM passed its MOT?
WP05 LXM has had 15 MOT tests with a 60% pass rate (9 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 18 Oct 2016.
Is WP05 LXM ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, WP05 LXM 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 WP05 LXM?
WP05 LXM is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.