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 20 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 7 (65% pass rate). It has 114,225 miles on the clock, averaging 6,621 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 YC05 BJF
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 114,225 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 10 |
| Average per year | 6,621 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 20 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 | YC05 BJF |
| Make | Suzuki |
| Model | Swift |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1490cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YC — Leeds, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About YC05 BJF
What car is YC05 BJF?
YC05 BJF is a black Suzuki Swift, petrol (1490cc). First registered in Leeds in 2005.
What is the mileage of YC05 BJF?
The last recorded mileage for YC05 BJF was 114,225 miles, recorded on 27 Feb 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YC05 BJF passed its MOT?
YC05 BJF has had 20 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (13 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 27 Feb 2021.
Is YC05 BJF ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YC05 BJF 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 YC05 BJF?
YC05 BJF is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.