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 2007 Suzuki Swift Petrol 1490cc has had 25 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 10 (60% pass rate). It has 161,892 miles on the clock, averaging 7,131 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. Common Suzuki Swift issues include premature gearbox bearing wear and noisy brakes (grinding/squealing).
MOT & Mileage History for RA56 VFZ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 161,892 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1 |
| Average per year | 7,131 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 25 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 | RA56 VFZ |
| Make | Suzuki |
| Model | Swift |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1490cc |
| Year | 2007 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RA — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About RA56 VFZ
What car is RA56 VFZ?
RA56 VFZ is an grey Suzuki Swift, petrol (1490cc). First registered in Reading in 2007.
What is the mileage of RA56 VFZ?
The last recorded mileage for RA56 VFZ was 161,892 miles, recorded on 21 Nov 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RA56 VFZ passed its MOT?
RA56 VFZ has had 25 MOT tests with a 60% pass rate (15 passes, 10 failures). It last passed on 21 Nov 2025.
Is RA56 VFZ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RA56 VFZ 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 RA56 VFZ?
RA56 VFZ is approximately 19 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.