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Suzuki Swift

Grey · Petrol · 2006 · 1,490 cc

LS06 BFMMOT history

LS06 BFM is a grey petrol Suzuki Swift first used on 27 May 2006. Its MOT expired on 23 Sept 2026 and it has passed 16 of 23 MOT tests, with 72,776 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Oct 2026.

LS06 BFM grey Suzuki Swift – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Suzuki Swift, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 23 Sept 2026
Mileage
72,776 mi
At MOT on 30 Sept 2026
MOT tests
23
16 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,482 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS06 BFM
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Suzuki
Model
Swift
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,490 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
27 May 2006
MOT status
MOT expired on 23 Sept 2026
Latest MOT test
30 Sept 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

LS06 BFM was last recorded at 72,776 miles on 30 Sept 2026, 6,901 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
65,875 miles · 24 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
6,901 miles
Average per year
3,482 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 72,776 miles
  • 2025 – 65,875 miles
  • 2024 – 63,161 miles
  • 2023 – 57,012 miles
  • 2022 – 52,756 miles
  • 2020 – 49,955 miles
  • 2019 – 47,751 miles
  • 2018 – 44,437 miles
  • 2017 – 42,761 miles
  • 2016 – 38,999 miles
  • 2015 – 36,162 miles
  • 2014 – 33,065 miles
  • 2013 – 29,995 miles
  • 2012 – 25,907 miles
  • 2011 – 23,654 miles
  • 2010 – 18,571 miles
  • 2009 – 14,152 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail72,776 miles
  • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Rear Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (1.1.16 (b) (i))
  • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
  • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
  • MinorFront Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Both (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Lower Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both rear most bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (STRONG ADVISE) (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryFuel cap seal perishing
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

What MOT failures 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.

  • Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2011

Full MOT history

23 tests since 28 Nov 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail72,776 miles (+6,901)8 major1 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,776 miles
    Test number
    373039366866
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (1.1.16 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorFront Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Both (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both rear most bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (STRONG ADVISE) (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal perishing
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Pass65,875 miles (+2,714)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    65,875 miles
    Test number
    603546936000
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Fail63,161 miles (+2,512)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,161 miles
    Test number
    658419410767
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass60,649 miles (+3,637)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    60,649 miles
    Test number
    236383809394

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass57,012 miles (+4,256)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    57,012 miles
    Test number
    594547750011

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass52,756 miles (+2,801)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    52,756 miles
    Test number
    245255114537

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass49,955 miles (+2,204)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    49,955 miles
    Test number
    704598883990

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass47,751 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    47,751 miles
    Test number
    773013298345

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail47,751 miles (+3,314)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,751 miles
    Test number
    159560006017
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass44,437 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    44,437 miles
    Test number
    367277819165

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail44,437 miles (+1,676)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,437 miles
    Test number
    147613829850
    • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  12. Pass42,761 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    42,761 miles
    Test number
    569048875215

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail42,761 miles (+3,762)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,761 miles
    Test number
    948456652908
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  14. Pass38,999 miles (+2,837)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    38,999 miles
    Test number
    149084064688
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  15. Pass36,162 miles (+3,097)
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    36,162 miles
    Test number
    409236448396

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass33,065 miles (+4)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    33,065 miles
    Test number
    828297564209
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  17. Fail33,061 miles (+3,066)2 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,061 miles
    Test number
    146982164252
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  18. Pass29,995 miles (+4,088)
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    29,995 miles
    Test number
    209735733269

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail25,907 miles1 dangerous1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,907 miles
    Test number
    156033542245
    • DangerousO/s/r tyre tread cut within the limit.
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  20. Pass25,907 miles (+2,253)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    25,907 miles
    Test number
    788893742291
    • DangerousO/s/r tyre tread cut within the limit.

  21. Pass23,654 miles (+5,083)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    23,654 miles
    Test number
    517348121330
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

  22. Pass18,571 miles (+4,419)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    18,571 miles
    Test number
    404547520492
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

  23. Pass14,152 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    14,152 miles
    Test number
    400382439438

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS06 BFM

Does LS06 BFM currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS06 BFM expired on 23 Sept 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS06 BFM?
The MOT on LS06 BFM expired on 23 Sept 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS06 BFM done?
LS06 BFM was recorded at 72,776 miles at its MOT on 30 Sept 2026, an average of 3,482 miles a year.
Has LS06 BFM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS06 BFM has failed 7 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on LS06 BFM 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 LS06 BFM find?
LS06 BFM failed its latest MOT on 30 Sept 2026 with 8 major defects, 1 minor defect and 12 advisories: nearside front lower suspension arm ball joint excessively worn; nearside windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively; offside front lower suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt, and 18 more.

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