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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 2006 Suzuki Swift Petrol 1490cc has had 19 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 6 (68% pass rate). It has 130,859 miles on the clock, averaging 7,597 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. Common Suzuki Swift issues include premature gearbox bearing wear and noisy brakes (grinding/squealing).
MOT & Mileage History for BL55 NKJ
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 130,859 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1 |
| Average per year | 7,597 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 19 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 | BL55 NKJ |
| Make | Suzuki |
| Model | Swift |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1490cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BL — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About BL55 NKJ
What car is BL55 NKJ?
BL55 NKJ is a blue Suzuki Swift, petrol (1490cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2006.
What is the mileage of BL55 NKJ?
The last recorded mileage for BL55 NKJ was 130,859 miles, recorded on 31 Jan 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BL55 NKJ passed its MOT?
BL55 NKJ has had 19 MOT tests with a 68% pass rate (13 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 31 Jan 2022.
Is BL55 NKJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BL55 NKJ 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 BL55 NKJ?
BL55 NKJ is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.