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At a glance
This 2006 Suzuki Swift Petrol 1490cc has had 14 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 5 (64% pass rate). It has 134,142 miles on the clock, averaging 10,944 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 AY56 YFJ
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 134,142 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 10,576 |
| Average per year | 10,944 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 14 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 | AY56 YFJ |
| Make | Suzuki |
| Model | Swift |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1490cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AY — Ipswich, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About AY56 YFJ
What car is AY56 YFJ?
AY56 YFJ is an black Suzuki Swift, petrol (1490cc). First registered in Ipswich in 2006.
What is the mileage of AY56 YFJ?
The last recorded mileage for AY56 YFJ was 134,142 miles, recorded on 9 Nov 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AY56 YFJ passed its MOT?
AY56 YFJ has had 14 MOT tests with a 64% pass rate (9 passes, 5 failures). It last was tested on 9 Nov 2018.
Is AY56 YFJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AY56 YFJ is likely ULEZ compliant. Petrol post-2005 (Euro 4). This is an estimate based on typical emission standards — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker for a definitive answer.
How old is AY56 YFJ?
AY56 YFJ is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.