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 2005 Suzuki Swift Petrol 1490cc has had 24 MOT tests on record, passing 19 and failing 5 (79% pass rate). It has 104,572 miles on the clock, averaging 4,906 miles per year, well 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 SB55 GCU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 104,572 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 4,906 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 24 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 | SB55 GCU |
| Make | Suzuki |
| Model | Swift |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1490cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SB — Glasgow, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About SB55 GCU
What car is SB55 GCU?
SB55 GCU is an silver Suzuki Swift, petrol (1490cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2005.
What is the mileage of SB55 GCU?
The last recorded mileage for SB55 GCU was 104,572 miles, recorded on 10 Apr 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SB55 GCU passed its MOT?
SB55 GCU has had 24 MOT tests with a 79% pass rate (19 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 10 Apr 2026.
Is SB55 GCU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SB55 GCU is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2005, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is SB55 GCU?
SB55 GCU is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.