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FY55 BUA

2005 Suzuki Swift · Diesel · 1248cc

Grey Registered in Lincoln, Forest and Fens · 21 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2005
FuelDiesel
Engine1248cc
ColourGrey
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantDiesel pre-2015
Est. Annual Tax£130–£165

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 Diesel 1248cc has had 13 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 2 (85% pass rate). It has 127,447 miles on the clock, averaging 9,960 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 FY55 BUA

MOT Status
Due date passed
127,447
Last Mileage
Recorded
13
Total Tests
Since 2008
85%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 2 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 13 tests on record
9,960

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading127,447 miles
Reading date
Miles last year8,088
Average per year9,960
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for FY55 BUA 30k54k79k103k127k '08'18'14

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Full MOT Test History 13 tests on record

PASS
Mileage127,447 miles
Since last MOT+8,088 miles
PASS
Mileage119,359 miles
Since last MOT+9,088 miles
PASS
Mileage110,271 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage110,271 miles
Since last MOT+6,323 miles
PASS
Mileage103,948 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage103,948 miles
Since last MOT+6,506 miles
PASS
Mileage97,442 miles
Since last MOT+6,572 miles
PASS
Mileage90,870 miles
Since last MOT+13,018 miles
PASS
Mileage77,852 miles
Since last MOT+7,209 miles
PASS
Mileage70,643 miles
Since last MOT+15,148 miles
PASS
Mileage55,495 miles
Since last MOT+12,539 miles
PASS
Mileage42,956 miles
Since last MOT+13,266 miles
PASS
Mileage29,690 miles

🔧 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

RegistrationFY55 BUA
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1248cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codeFY — Lincoln, Forest and Fens
Age identifier55 — September 2005 to February 2006

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About FY55 BUA

What car is FY55 BUA?

FY55 BUA is an grey Suzuki Swift, diesel (1248cc). First registered in Lincoln in 2005.

What is the mileage of FY55 BUA?

The last recorded mileage for FY55 BUA was 127,447 miles, recorded on 23 Jun 2018 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FY55 BUA passed its MOT?

FY55 BUA has had 13 MOT tests with an 85% pass rate (11 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 23 Jun 2018.

Is FY55 BUA ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, FY55 BUA is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2005, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.

How old is FY55 BUA?

FY55 BUA is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.