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BU06 BBJ

2006 Suzuki Swift

Grey Petrol 1490cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jul 2027
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

113,441 mi
Last recorded113,441 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2026
Typical for 2006 Suzuki Swift64,078 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU06 BBJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,490cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2026 113,441 miles

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

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

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

Fail 17 Jul 2026 77,347 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 11 Aug 2025 71,253 miles

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

Pass 19 Aug 2024 67,115 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2024 67,089 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush excessively worn strut top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Offside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush excessively worn strut top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

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

Pass 8 Aug 2023 52,362 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3.1mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3.3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front slight play in upper attachment

Fail 8 Aug 2023 52,362 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3.1mm (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3.3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front slight play in upper attachment

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 8 Aug 2022 38,502 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2022 38,502 miles

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Jul 2021 24,234 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Aug 2020 15,764 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2019 15,487 miles

Nearside Rear seat belt retracts slow

Pass 31 Mar 2018 15,138 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2017 14,703 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2016 14,332 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

front wipers smear slightly

Pass 9 Mar 2015 13,932 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2014 13,501 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2013 12,770 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)

Pass 9 Mar 2012 11,580 miles

nearside front tyre tread 3mm

offside front lower suspension arm bush split

Pass 28 Mar 2011 10,800 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2010 9,640 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2009 8,330 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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BU06 BBJ is a 2006 Suzuki Swift in Grey with a 1,490cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 BU06 BBJ, 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 BU06 BBJ registered?

BU06 BBJ is a 2006 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 24 March 2006.

Is BU06 BBJ safe to buy?

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