Suzuki Swift (2006)
2006 Suzuki Swift
CarHunch analysed 10,251 real MOT records for the 2006 Suzuki Swift. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
The 2006 Suzuki Swift passes its MOT on first attempt only 72.8% of the time, falling noticeably short of the UK average of 80%—and nearly 46% of these vehicles have recorded a dangerous defect at some point, which is a significant buyer concern. Petrol and diesel variants perform almost identically (72.8% vs 71.9%), so fuel type isn't a differentiator here.
At 63,700 miles median, these cars sit below the typical mileage for a 2006, suggesting many have been lightly used—yet they still rack up an average of 5 failures and 28 advisories per test, pointing to age-related wear rather than abuse. Before committing to one, budget for repairs or have a trusted mechanic inspect the suspension, brakes, and cooling system, as these are where the failures cluster on ageing Swifts.
What to check before buying a 2006 Suzuki Swift
Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.
- 📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
- 🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
- 🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
- ⚠️ 45.7% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded. Enter the reg below — the full MOT history will show exactly what was flagged and whether it was resolved.
- 📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type
| Fuel type | Vehicles | Pass rate | Avg failures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Petrol (93%) | 9,545 | 72.8% | 5.15 |
| Diesel (7%) | 698 | 71.9% | 4.68 |
| Other (0%) | 5 | 77.7% | 2 |
| LPG (0%) | 3 | 79.2% | 3.33 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 2006 Suzuki Swift vehicles sit in the blue band. If the car you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.
Half of all 2006 Suzuki Swift vehicles fall between 49,171 and 78,542 miles.
2006 Suzuki Swift — Still on the Road
Numbers are declining — 3,188 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 (34% of peak).
Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2014–2025.
MOT History Averages
Most Common MOT Issues — 2006 Suzuki Swift
Based on actual MOT test records for this model. Percentage shows how often each item appears across all vehicles in this cohort.
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75.3%
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit
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65.2%
Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit
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63.1%
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit
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63%
Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement
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59.1%
Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement
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54%
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit
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38.7%
Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin
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36.3%
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2006. Counts include advisories and failures.
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