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YT56 KAO

2006 Suzuki Swift

Red Petrol 1490cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Nov 2018
Tests15 (9 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

70,049 mi
Last recorded70,049 miles
Recorded on22 Nov 2017
Typical for 2006 Suzuki Swift64,078 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYT56 KAO
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,490cc

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MOT History

9 pass 6 fail
Pass 22 Nov 2017 70,049 miles

one of the rear exhaust mounts broken/missing

Fail 21 Nov 2017 70,045 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

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

Offside Rear tyre is damaged outer side wall

one of the rear exhaust mounts broken/missing

Pass 17 Nov 2016 65,482 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2016 65,482 miles

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

Offside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 3 Nov 2015 57,343 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2014 50,067 miles

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 12 Nov 2014 50,067 miles

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

Fail 14 Nov 2013 148,551 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 14 Nov 2013 43,867 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2012 37,134 miles

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

front wiper blades slightly deteriorated

rear exhaust silencer deteriorated

Pass 17 Nov 2011 26,135 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2011 26,133 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 24 Aug 2010 25,565 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2009 18,389 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2009 18,389 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Offside Rear 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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YT56 KAO is a 2006 Suzuki Swift in Red with a 1,490cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 YT56 KAO, 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 YT56 KAO registered?

YT56 KAO is a 2006 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 1 September 2006.

Is YT56 KAO safe to buy?

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