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YF06 VDM

2006 Suzuki Swift

Green Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 May 2018
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

102,409 mi
Last recorded102,409 miles
Recorded on16 May 2017
Typical for 2006 Suzuki Swift64,078 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYF06 VDM
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2006
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 May 2017 102,409 miles
Pass 16 May 2016 91,428 miles
Pass 19 May 2015 88,958 miles
Fail 19 May 2015 88,958 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 23 Apr 2014 88,214 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2014 88,214 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 3 May 2013 813,363 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

engine management light on

Fail 3 May 2013 81,336 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

engine management light on

Pass 11 May 2012 71,618 miles

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

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 27 May 2011 62,310 miles
Fail 27 May 2011 62,309 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Jun 2010 50,368 miles
Fail 14 May 2009 38,638 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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 Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 14 May 2009 38,638 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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)

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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YF06 VDM is a 2006 Suzuki Swift in Green with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 YF06 VDM, 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 YF06 VDM registered?

YF06 VDM is a 2006 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 14 June 2006.

Is YF06 VDM safe to buy?

The MOT history for YF06 VDM shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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