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Suzuki Swift

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 1,298 cc

T85 BGUMOT history

T85 BGU is a red petrol Suzuki Swift first used on 20 May 1999. Its MOT is valid until 6 Apr 2027 and it has passed 20 of 23 MOT tests, with 30,561 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 6 Apr 2027
Mileage
30,561 mi
At MOT on 7 Apr 2026
MOT tests
23
20 passed · 3 failed
Per year
821 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T85 BGU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Suzuki
Model
Swift
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,298 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
20 May 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
7 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T85 BGU was last recorded at 30,561 miles on 7 Apr 2026, 227 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
30,334 miles · 21 May 2025
Between the last two tests
227 miles
Average per year
821 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 30,561 miles
  • 2025 – 30,334 miles
  • 2024 – 29,817 miles
  • 2023 – 29,232 miles
  • 2022 – 28,418 miles
  • 2021 – 26,927 miles
  • 2019 – 25,549 miles
  • 2018 – 24,636 miles
  • 2017 – 24,185 miles
  • 2016 – 22,596 miles
  • 2015 – 21,195 miles
  • 2014 – 20,103 miles
  • 2013 – 18,749 miles
  • 2012 – 18,410 miles
  • 2011 – 18,021 miles
  • 2010 – 17,405 miles
  • 2009 – 16,904 miles
  • 2008 – 16,258 miles
  • 2007 – 15,220 miles
  • 2006 – 14,222 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass30,561 miles
  • AdvisoryFuel cap seal is perishingRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive on the gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing is over 10 years old (2010) 155/70 R13 75T (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing is over 10 years old (2008) 155/70 R13 75T (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both sides (4.4.3 (a))

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.

  • Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Nearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive on the gear box

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing is over 10 years old (2010) 155/70R13 75T

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing is over 10 years old (2008) 155/70R13 75T

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

23 tests since 16 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass30,561 miles (+227)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    30,561 miles
    Test number
    874796930876
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal is perishing
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive on the gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing is over 10 years old (2010) 155/70 R13 75T (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing is over 10 years old (2008) 155/70 R13 75T (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both sides (4.4.3 (a))

  2. Pass30,334 miles (+5)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2026
    Odometer
    30,334 miles
    Test number
    629230576666
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal is perishing
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive on the gear box (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing is over 10 years old (2010) 155/70R13 75T (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing is over 10 years old (2008) 155/70R13 75T (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Fail30,329 miles (+512)2 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,329 miles
    Test number
    791782619660
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases back box (6.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal is perishing
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive on the gear box (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing is over 10 years old (2010) 155/70R13 75T (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing is over 10 years old (2008) 155/70R13 75T (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass29,817 miles (+585)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2025
    Odometer
    29,817 miles
    Test number
    705300776474
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated has slight seepage (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive on the gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perishing & is over 10 years old (2010) 155/70R13 75T (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre is over 10 years old 155/70R13 75T
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perishing & is over 10 years old (2008) 155/70R13 75T (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both sides x2 (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  5. Pass29,232 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2024
    Odometer
    29,232 miles
    Test number
    839433035523
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded

  6. Fail29,231 miles (+813)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,231 miles
    Test number
    906348318792
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded

  7. Pass28,418 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2023
    Odometer
    28,418 miles
    Test number
    118280195708
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Fail28,418 miles (+1,491)1 dangerous1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,418 miles
    Test number
    983401117550
    • DangerousOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass26,927 miles (+1,378)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    26,927 miles
    Test number
    514082423986
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass25,549 miles (+913)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    25,549 miles
    Test number
    386646958315
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  11. Pass24,636 miles (+451)
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2019
    Odometer
    24,636 miles
    Test number
    139925081749

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass24,185 miles (+1,589)
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2018
    Odometer
    24,185 miles
    Test number
    283314063570

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass22,596 miles (+1,401)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2017
    Odometer
    22,596 miles
    Test number
    884930776297
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisorySml oil leak

  14. Pass21,195 miles (+1,092)1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2016
    Odometer
    21,195 miles
    Test number
    818433035111
    • NoteOil leak

  15. Pass20,103 miles (+1,354)1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2015
    Odometer
    20,103 miles
    Test number
    807354934119
    • NoteOil leak

  16. Pass18,749 miles (+339)
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2014
    Odometer
    18,749 miles
    Test number
    308825433190

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass18,410 miles (+389)
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2013
    Odometer
    18,410 miles
    Test number
    287110442405

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass18,021 miles (+616)
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2012
    Odometer
    18,021 miles
    Test number
    235098031469

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass17,405 miles (+501)
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2011
    Odometer
    17,405 miles
    Test number
    222658630422

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass16,904 miles (+646)
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2010
    Odometer
    16,904 miles
    Test number
    792579539174

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass16,258 miles (+1,038)
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2009
    Odometer
    16,258 miles
    Test number
    991323418178

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass15,220 miles (+998)
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2008
    Odometer
    15,220 miles
    Test number
    102078837123

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass14,222 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2007
    Odometer
    14,222 miles
    Test number
    212506036157

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T85 BGU

Does T85 BGU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T85 BGU is valid until 6 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on T85 BGU?
The MOT on T85 BGU is valid until 6 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T85 BGU done?
T85 BGU was recorded at 30,561 miles at its MOT on 7 Apr 2026, an average of 821 miles a year.
Has T85 BGU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T85 BGU has failed 3 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 13 May 2025.
Has the mileage on T85 BGU 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 T85 BGU find?
T85 BGU passed its latest MOT on 7 Apr 2026 with 5 advisories: fuel cap seal is perishing; nearside front lower oil leak, but not excessive on the gearbox; nearside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing is over 10 years old (2010) 155/70 r13 75t, and 2 more.

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