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BJ57 GCU

2007 Suzuki Swift

Orange Petrol 1490cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Mar 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

24,618 mi
Last recorded24,618 miles
Recorded on10 Mar 2026
Typical for 2007 Suzuki Swift62,096 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ57 GCU
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2007
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,490cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Mar 2026 24,618 miles

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

Pass 10 Mar 2025 22,256 miles

Central Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both fronts (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Central Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 23 Feb 2024 18,827 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Mar 2023 15,366 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2023 15,365 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 1 Mar 2023 15,360 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2023 15,360 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Pass 19 Jan 2022 15,069 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2021 14,499 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 14 Jan 2020 14,119 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2019 12,947 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2019 12,947 miles

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Jan 2018 11,802 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2017 11,670 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2016 11,232 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2015 10,582 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Rear slight bind to n/s & o/s brakes

Pass 9 Sep 2014 10,005 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2013 9,477 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2012 8,900 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2011 8,400 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2010 7,821 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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BJ57 GCU is a 2007 Suzuki Swift in Orange with a 1,490cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2007 Suzuki Swift models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.5% with a typical mileage of 62,096 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 BJ57 GCU, 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 19 years old, this Suzuki Swift is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BJ57 GCU?

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What year was BJ57 GCU registered?

BJ57 GCU is a 2007 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 29 September 2007.

Is BJ57 GCU safe to buy?

The MOT history for BJ57 GCU shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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