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BL06 EBK

2006 Suzuki Swift

White Petrol 1490cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Nov 2024
Tests26 (15 pass, 11 fail)
Pass rate57.7%

Mileage

136,604 mi
Last recorded136,604 miles
Recorded on29 Nov 2023
Typical for 2006 Suzuki Swift64,078 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBL06 EBK
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2006
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,490cc

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MOT History

15 pass 11 fail
Pass 29 Nov 2023 136,604 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2023 136,355 miles

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

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Bumper damaged and likely to cause injury when grazed or contacted (6.1.4 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Nov 2022 121,754 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2022 121,728 miles

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded Both (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 9 Nov 2021 111,241 miles

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

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

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

Pass 28 Oct 2020 107,092 miles

Front Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Pin hole (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Fail 28 Oct 2020 107,091 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Pin hole (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Pass 7 Nov 2019 100,631 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Fail 7 Nov 2019 100,631 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Pass 9 Nov 2018 95,983 miles

slight corrosion on all underside components

Fail 9 Nov 2018 95,983 miles

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

slight corrosion on all underside components

Pass 7 Nov 2017 91,129 miles

Gearbox mounting defective both gear box mounts starting to deteriorate ()

slight corrosion on all brake unions

Fail 7 Nov 2017 91,129 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported re secured rear tail box (7.1.1)

Gearbox mounting defective both gear box mounts starting to deteriorate ()

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid both (8.2.3)

slight corrosion on all brake unions

Pass 8 Nov 2016 84,803 miles

slight corrosion on all brake pipe unions and ferrules

Fail 8 Nov 2016 84,803 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

slight corrosion on all brake pipe unions and ferrules

Pass 7 Nov 2015 74,912 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both sides rear mounting bush (2.4.G.2)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

brake pipes greased

Pass 9 Oct 2014 68,296 miles

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 31 Oct 2013 63,929 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2013 63,925 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Fail 25 Oct 2012 59,127 miles

Child Seat in N/S/R.

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

O/S/F Tyre is approaching low. <500 miles remaining.

Pass 25 Oct 2012 59,127 miles

Child Seat in N/S/R.

O/S/F Tyre is approaching low. <500 miles remaining.

Pass 13 Sep 2011 54,257 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2011 54,257 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 28 Jul 2010 39,681 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 29 Jul 2009 23,924 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2009 23,924 miles

Offside Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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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BL06 EBK is a 2006 Suzuki Swift in White with a 1,490cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.7%.

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 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 BL06 EBK, 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.

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BL06 EBK is a 2006 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 30 June 2006.

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