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At a glance
This 2006 Suzuki Swift Petrol 1586cc has had 11 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 3 (73% pass rate). It has 87,105 miles on the clock, averaging 5,415 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.6 M16A engine is known for m16a. Common Suzuki Swift issues include premature gearbox bearing wear and noisy brakes (grinding/squealing).
MOT & Mileage History for VN56 EEJ
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 87,105 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 5,415 |
| 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+).
M16A
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | VN56 EEJ |
| Make | Suzuki |
| Model | Swift |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1586cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | VN — Worcester, Severn Valley |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About VN56 EEJ
What car is VN56 EEJ?
VN56 EEJ is a black Suzuki Swift, petrol (1586cc). First registered in Worcester in 2006.
What is the mileage of VN56 EEJ?
The last recorded mileage for VN56 EEJ was 87,105 miles, recorded on 23 Oct 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has VN56 EEJ passed its MOT?
VN56 EEJ has had 11 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (8 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 23 Oct 2017.
Is VN56 EEJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, VN56 EEJ 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 VN56 EEJ?
VN56 EEJ is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.