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BK57 LTF

2007 Suzuki Swift

Blue Petrol 1490cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jan 2027
Tests25 (16 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate64%

Mileage

49,194 mi
Last recorded49,194 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2025
Typical for 2007 Suzuki Swift62,096 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK57 LTF
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,490cc

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MOT History

16 pass 9 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2025 49,194 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

some hand brake travel

some under body corrosion

Fail 8 Dec 2025 49,196 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

some hand brake travel

some under body corrosion

Pass 11 Dec 2024 46,767 miles

Front Coil spring corroded both o/s and n/s (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both pipes to rear hoses (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Coil spring corroded both o/s and n/s (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 5 Dec 2024 46,767 miles

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel handbrake. (1.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Coil spring corroded both o/s and n/s (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both pipes to rear hoses (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Coil spring corroded both o/s and n/s (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Dec 2023 45,960 miles

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

Fail 4 Dec 2023 45,960 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Dec 2022 45,232 miles

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

Fail 6 Dec 2022 45,232 miles

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

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 6 Dec 2021 44,946 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front (1.1.11 (c))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Pass 4 Jan 2021 44,461 miles

Central Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material metal brake pipe slightly corroded on baulkhead (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material brake pipe slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear metal brake pipes slightly corroded to flexy hoses (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 23 Dec 2020 44,460 miles

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

Central Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material metal brake pipe slightly corroded on baulkhead (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material brake pipe slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear metal brake pipes slightly corroded to flexy hoses (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 2 Dec 2020 44,457 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

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

Nearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Macpherson strut corroded and seriously weakened top strut bearing mounting plate excessively corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

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

Central Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material meal brake pipe slightly corroded on baulkhead near brake servo (1.1.11 (c))

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front brake pipes slightly corroded near flexable brake hose (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material rear brake pipes slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 4 Jun 2019 42,775 miles
Pass 23 May 2018 40,593 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2017 38,809 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2017 38,786 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Pass 8 Jun 2016 36,914 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 10 Jun 2015 33,904 miles
Pass 28 May 2014 29,113 miles

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

Fail 28 May 2014 29,112 miles

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 6 Jun 2013 23,757 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2012 18,212 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 14 Jun 2012 18,212 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2011 16,636 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2010 13,607 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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BK57 LTF is a 2007 Suzuki Swift in Blue with a 1,490cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BK57 LTF, 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.

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What year was BK57 LTF registered?

BK57 LTF is a 2007 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 11 September 2007.

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