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BV56 WBN

2006 Suzuki Swift

Blue Petrol 1490cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jan 2018
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

66,291 mi
Last recorded66,291 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2017
Typical for 2006 Suzuki Swift64,078 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV56 WBN
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,490cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Jan 2017 66,291 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2015 59,444 miles

o/s rear brake binding very slightly

unable to open fuel filler cap on test

Pass 12 Jan 2015 51,408 miles

rear exhaust bracket broken but exhaust still adequately supported

Fail 12 Jan 2015 51,404 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

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

rear exhaust bracket broken but exhaust still adequately supported

Pass 22 Jan 2014 43,164 miles

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

Pass 20 Feb 2013 38,151 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2013 38,151 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 28 Feb 2012 30,472 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2011 24,923 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 4 Mar 2010 20,347 miles

Offside Front Lower Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

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

Fail 1 Mar 2010 20,317 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

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

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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BV56 WBN is a 2006 Suzuki Swift in Blue with a 1,490cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 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 BV56 WBN, 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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What year was BV56 WBN registered?

BV56 WBN is a 2006 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 29 September 2006.

Is BV56 WBN safe to buy?

The MOT history for BV56 WBN shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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