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BG02 SVP

2002 Suzuki Swift

Blue Petrol 993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Oct 2024
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

71,800 mi
Last recorded71,800 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2023
Typical for 2002 Suzuki Swift45,009 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG02 SVP
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine993cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Oct 2023 71,800 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

corrosion to inner wings and under body close to mot fail

Pass 22 Sep 2022 69,921 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2021 67,986 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule All Ferrules Corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened All Arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 18 Oct 2021 67,984 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule All Ferrules Corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened All Arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Oct 2020 64,475 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2020 64,475 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 8 Apr 2019 59,950 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases small split in front pipe slight blow (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing and close to legal limit (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing and close to legal limit (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing and close to legal limit (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 8 Apr 2019 59,950 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases small split in front pipe slight blow (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing and close to legal limit (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing and close to legal limit (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing and close to legal limit (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid bottle filled (3.5 (a))

Pass 11 Apr 2018 54,472 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2017 47,899 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

exhaust corroded

Pass 9 Apr 2016 43,858 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2015 34,787 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2014 32,726 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2013 29,267 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2013 29,267 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 3 Apr 2012 26,595 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2011 22,264 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2010 20,406 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2009 17,332 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2008 14,084 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2007 11,396 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2006 8,613 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki Swift?

Based on 2,247,517 MOT tests across 189,488 vehicles.

76.1%
Pass Rate
5,184
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
189,488
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 45,954
Brake pipe excessively corroded 39,596
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 30,285
position lamp(s) not working 21,526
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 21,472
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BG02 SVP is a 2002 Suzuki Swift in Blue with a 993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2002 Suzuki Swift models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.8% with a typical mileage of 45,009 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Suzuki Swift fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 45,954 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BG02 SVP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki Swift typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 24 years old, this Suzuki Swift is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was BG02 SVP registered?

BG02 SVP is a 2002 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 14 May 2002.

Is BG02 SVP safe to buy?

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