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YF06 VJE

2006 Suzuki Swift

Grey Petrol 1490cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Mar 2025
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

99,925 mi
Last recorded99,925 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2024
Typical for 2006 Suzuki Swift64,078 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYF06 VJE
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,490cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 11 Mar 2024 99,925 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Feb 2023 92,510 miles

Front Coil spring corroded BOTH (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

UNDER BODY CORROSION

Fail 30 Jan 2023 92,422 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

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

Nearside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

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

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

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Driver's seat moving inadvertently (6.2.5 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Nearside Front headlight has broken mounting

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

Pass 18 Nov 2021 78,200 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2021 78,200 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Aug 2020 75,821 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 23 Jul 2019 73,459 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 23 Jul 2019 73,459 miles

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

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 2 Aug 2018 70,539 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2017 67,031 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 28 Jul 2016 63,531 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint is slightly worn (2.5.C.1b)

Pass 28 Jul 2015 60,399 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 28 Jul 2015 60,399 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 24 Jul 2014 57,207 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 23 Jul 2014 57,207 miles

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 5 Aug 2013 50,672 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2012 45,335 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2011 38,726 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2010 31,575 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

front brake discs worn

Pass 15 Jul 2009 23,200 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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YF06 VJE is a 2006 Suzuki Swift in Grey with a 1,490cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 YF06 VJE, 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 VJE registered?

YF06 VJE is a 2006 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 20 July 2006.

Is YF06 VJE safe to buy?

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