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 2006 Suzuki Swift Petrol 1490cc has had 9 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 2 (78% pass rate). It has 73,704 miles on the clock, averaging 8,038 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 EF56 CYV
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 73,704 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 619 |
| Average per year | 8,038 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 9 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 | EF56 CYV |
| Make | Suzuki |
| Model | Swift |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1490cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | EF — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About EF56 CYV
What car is EF56 CYV?
EF56 CYV is an black Suzuki Swift, petrol (1490cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2006.
What is the mileage of EF56 CYV?
The last recorded mileage for EF56 CYV was 73,704 miles, recorded on 9 Feb 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EF56 CYV passed its MOT?
EF56 CYV has had 9 MOT tests with a 78% pass rate (7 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 9 Feb 2016.
Is EF56 CYV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EF56 CYV 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 EF56 CYV?
EF56 CYV is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.