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 25 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 7 (72% pass rate). It has 176,291 miles on the clock, averaging 10,088 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 SH55 BYY
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 176,291 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3,653 |
| Average per year | 10,088 |
| 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 | SH55 BYY |
| Make | Suzuki |
| Model | Swift |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1490cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SH — Glasgow, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About SH55 BYY
What car is SH55 BYY?
SH55 BYY is an grey Suzuki Swift, petrol (1490cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2005.
What is the mileage of SH55 BYY?
The last recorded mileage for SH55 BYY was 176,291 miles, recorded on 19 Apr 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SH55 BYY passed its MOT?
SH55 BYY has had 25 MOT tests with a 72% pass rate (18 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 19 Apr 2025.
Is SH55 BYY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SH55 BYY 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 SH55 BYY?
SH55 BYY is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.