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Suzuki Swift

Silver · Petrol · 2005 · 1,490 cc

LR55 VDJMOT history

LR55 VDJ is a silver petrol Suzuki Swift first used on 8 Nov 2005. Its MOT is valid until 16 Jan 2027 and it has passed 18 of 29 MOT tests, with 118,761 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Jan 2026.

LR55 VDJ silver Suzuki Swift – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Suzuki Swift, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 16 Jan 2027
Mileage
118,761 mi
At MOT on 8 Jan 2026
MOT tests
29
18 passed · 11 failed
Per year
5,562 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR55 VDJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Suzuki
Model
Swift
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,490 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
8 Nov 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
8 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR55 VDJ was last recorded at 118,761 miles on 8 Jan 2026, 377 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
118,384 miles · 17 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
377 miles
Average per year
5,562 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 118,761 miles
  • 2025 – 118,384 miles
  • 2024 – 118,213 miles
  • 2022 – 114,911 miles
  • 2021 – 105,168 miles
  • 2020 – 99,130 miles
  • 2019 – 95,000 miles
  • 2018 – 88,226 miles
  • 2017 – 82,687 miles
  • 2016 – 77,540 miles
  • 2015 – 69,421 miles
  • 2014 – 62,416 miles
  • 2013 – 56,092 miles
  • 2012 – 49,224 miles
  • 2011 – 42,520 miles
  • 2010 – 36,405 miles
  • 2009 – 29,964 miles
  • 2008 – 23,037 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass118,761 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major3 MOTs, 2018–2024

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major3 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

29 tests since 23 Oct 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass118,761 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    118,761 miles
    Test number
    884345459969
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Fail118,761 miles (+377)2 repaired1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,761 miles
    Test number
    915429113959
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass118,384 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    118,384 miles
    Test number
    144013507568
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-lock braking system component slightly damaged small crack in ABS ring (1.6 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Fail118,384 miles (+171)2 major1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,384 miles
    Test number
    267987196638
    • MajorOffside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-lock braking system component slightly damaged small crack in ABS ring (1.6 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass118,213 miles (+8)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    118,213 miles
    Test number
    339704917070
    • MinorCentral Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Fail118,205 miles (+3,294)1 dangerous1 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,205 miles
    Test number
    921187761534
    • DangerousOffside Rear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Pass114,911 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    114,911 miles
    Test number
    714969780294
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Fail114,940 miles (+9,772)3 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,940 miles
    Test number
    969784430228
    • DangerousNearside Rear Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking and braking performance affected (1.1.16 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousService brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.2.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass105,168 miles (+151)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    105,168 miles
    Test number
    815616337695
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Fail105,017 miles (+5,887)4 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,017 miles
    Test number
    405644491991
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass99,130 miles3 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    99,130 miles
    Test number
    537531121619
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Upper Items removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Door mirror cover missing
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Slightly corroded and scored (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Outer sill and lower trim damaged. Trim unlikely to become detached
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Slightly corroded and scored (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  12. Fail99,130 miles (+4,130)2 major4 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,130 miles
    Test number
    198532974424
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Upper Items removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryEngine coolant level low
    • AdvisoryNearside Door mirror cover missing
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Slightly corroded and scored (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Outer sill and lower trim damaged. Trim unlikely to become detached
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Slightly corroded and scored (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  13. Pass95,000 miles (+1)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    95,000 miles
    Test number
    337473428047
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective Rear silencer (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front outer sill damaged
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just passed 16%

  14. Fail94,999 miles (+6,773)5 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,999 miles
    Test number
    929456107607
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective Rear silencer (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front outer sill damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just passed 16%

  15. Pass88,226 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    88,226 miles
    Test number
    991461356198
    • AdvisoryBoth font lower suspension arm rear mounting bushes are starting to tear, no play
    • AdvisoryDamage to the n/s/f outer sill, not excessively weakened or effecting anything else
    • AdvisoryN/s headlamp lens deteriorating, not effecting beam aim or light output significantly at present

  16. Fail88,226 miles (+5,539)4 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,226 miles
    Test number
    517715252719
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorMacpherson strut pin or bush excessively worn both front upper (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth font lower suspension arm rear mounting bushes are starting to tear, no play
    • AdvisoryDamage to the n/s/f outer sill, not excessively weakened or effecting anything else
    • AdvisoryN/s headlamp lens deteriorating, not effecting beam aim or light output significantly at present

  17. Pass82,687 miles (+5,147)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    82,687 miles
    Test number
    252151406853
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust bracket broken

  18. Pass77,540 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    77,540 miles
    Test number
    515549212044
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

  19. Fail77,540 miles (+8,119)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,540 miles
    Test number
    771848355167
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

  20. Pass69,421 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    69,421 miles
    Test number
    282187762865
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Fail69,421 miles (+7,005)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,421 miles
    Test number
    803193962016
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass62,416 miles (+6,324)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    62,416 miles
    Test number
    858995844226
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  23. Pass56,092 miles (+6,868)
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    56,092 miles
    Test number
    126949093281

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass49,224 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    49,224 miles
    Test number
    109142392227
    • NoteN/s/r tyre inner wall cracked

  25. Fail49,223 miles (+6,703)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,223 miles
    Test number
    407332292220
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteN/s/r tyre inner wall cracked

  26. Pass42,520 miles (+6,115)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    42,520 miles
    Test number
    818055491252
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth front wipers slightly smering
    • NoteNearside rear tyre slightly cracked on the inner sidewall

  27. Pass36,405 miles (+6,441)
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    36,405 miles
    Test number
    353065090290

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass29,964 miles (+6,927)
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    29,964 miles
    Test number
    523267899283

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass23,037 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    23,037 miles
    Test number
    762127798236

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR55 VDJ

Does LR55 VDJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR55 VDJ is valid until 16 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR55 VDJ?
The MOT on LR55 VDJ is valid until 16 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR55 VDJ done?
LR55 VDJ was recorded at 118,761 miles at its MOT on 8 Jan 2026, an average of 5,562 miles a year.
Has LR55 VDJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR55 VDJ has failed 11 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on LR55 VDJ ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on LR55 VDJ find?
LR55 VDJ passed its latest MOT on 8 Jan 2026 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: nearside front headlamp lens slightly defective; offside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing.

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