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 11 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing once (91% pass rate). It has 131,670 miles on the clock, averaging 8,782 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 HW06 CDE
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 131,670 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 8,782 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 11 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 | HW06 CDE |
| Make | Suzuki |
| Model | Swift |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1490cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | HW — Portsmouth, Hampshire and Dorset |
| Age identifier | 06 — March 2006 to August 2006 |
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About HW06 CDE
What car is HW06 CDE?
HW06 CDE is an grey Suzuki Swift, petrol (1490cc). First registered in Portsmouth in 2006.
What is the mileage of HW06 CDE?
The last recorded mileage for HW06 CDE was 131,670 miles, recorded on 26 Jul 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has HW06 CDE passed its MOT?
HW06 CDE has had 11 MOT tests with an 91% pass rate (10 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 26 Jul 2018.
Is HW06 CDE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, HW06 CDE 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 HW06 CDE?
HW06 CDE is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 06 means registered between 1 March 2006 and 31 August 2006.