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BG06 OWJ

2006 Suzuki Swift

Blue Petrol 1490cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Nov 2026
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

63,397 mi
Last recorded63,397 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2025
Typical for 2006 Suzuki Swift64,078 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG06 OWJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,490cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Nov 2025 63,397 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Nov 2024 57,238 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2024 57,238 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Rear Exhaust system insecure Bracket detached. (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 1 Nov 2023 51,551 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chipped (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Oct 2022 46,534 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2022 46,534 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear most (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear most (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 6 May 2021 37,516 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear most (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear most (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Apr 2019 21,876 miles

both rear tyres are cracking on tread

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 18 Apr 2019 21,876 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

both rear tyres are cracking on tread

Pass 3 Aug 2017 12,663 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Perishing/cracking. 2.5mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Tyre perishing/cracking.

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Perishing/cracking. 2.5mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre perishing/cracking.

Pass 2 Aug 2016 10,025 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear tyres perishing.

Pass 6 Aug 2015 7,611 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Rear tyres perishing.

Pass 6 Aug 2014 5,313 miles

Front tyres starting to perish.

Rear tyres starting to perish.

Pass 6 Aug 2013 2,495 miles

All four tyres are starting to crack but no cords exspoced.

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 6 Aug 2013 2,495 miles

Driver's airbag obviously defective (5.4.1)

All four tyres are starting to crack but no cords exspoced.

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 3 Aug 2012 403 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 8 Aug 2011 5,289 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2010 4,023 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2009 2,589 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki Swift?

Based on 2,247,517 MOT tests across 189,488 vehicles.

76.1%
Pass Rate
5,184
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
189,488
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 45,954
Brake pipe excessively corroded 39,596
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 30,285
position lamp(s) not working 21,526
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 21,472
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BG06 OWJ is a 2006 Suzuki Swift in Blue with a 1,490cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

Across all 2006 Suzuki Swift models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.3% with a typical mileage of 64,078 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Suzuki Swift fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 45,954 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BG06 OWJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki Swift typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 20 years old, this Suzuki Swift is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BG06 OWJ registered?

BG06 OWJ is a 2006 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 19 June 2006.

Is BG06 OWJ safe to buy?

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