Vehicle summary
ULEZ status is estimated based on fuel type and registration year. It may not reflect the actual emission standard of this vehicle. Check with TfL for a definitive answer.
At a glance
This 2005 Suzuki Swift Petrol 1490cc has had 20 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 9 (55% pass rate). It has 137,949 miles on the clock, averaging 9,575 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. Common Suzuki Swift issues include premature gearbox bearing wear and noisy brakes (grinding/squealing).
MOT & Mileage History for AV55 FJX
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 137,949 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4 |
| Average per year | 9,575 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 20 tests on record
Reported issues for this Suzuki Swift
These are the most commonly reported problems on Suzuki Swift models (2004–2010), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.
Premature gearbox bearing wear
Input shaft bearings wear early, causing noise from degraded lubrication and metal-on-metal contact. · Typical repair: £300-£500 (bearing replacement + labour; full box rebuild £800+ if trashed).
Noisy brakes (grinding/squealing)
Rear brake calipers or pads suffer uneven wear or poor dust seals, leading to vibration-induced noise. · Typical repair: £150-£300 (caliper service/seals or pad replacement).
Front suspension bush wear and squeaking
Front lower control arm bushes (rubber tears/cracks) from poor compound quality. · Typical repair: £120-£250 (bush replacement per side).
Steering rack knocking
Rack gaiter splits or internal bush wear causes play and clunks. · Typical repair: £200-£400 (gaiters/bushes; full rack £600+).
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | AV55 FJX |
| Make | Suzuki |
| Model | Swift |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1490cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AV — Ipswich, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About AV55 FJX
What car is AV55 FJX?
AV55 FJX is an black Suzuki Swift, petrol (1490cc). First registered in Ipswich in 2005.
What is the mileage of AV55 FJX?
The last recorded mileage for AV55 FJX was 137,949 miles, recorded on 16 Oct 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AV55 FJX passed its MOT?
AV55 FJX has had 20 MOT tests with a 55% pass rate (11 passes, 9 failures). It last passed on 16 Oct 2018.
Is AV55 FJX ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AV55 FJX is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2005, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is AV55 FJX?
AV55 FJX is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.