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BJ02 FCA

2002 Suzuki Swift

Red Petrol 993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jul 2019
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

110,358 mi
Last recorded110,358 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2018
Typical for 2002 Suzuki Swift45,009 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ02 FCA
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine993cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2018 110,358 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nearside & offside (1.1.11 (c))

General surface corrosion underside of vehicle in & out of prescribed areas

Offside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 19 Jul 2017 96,348 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded Nearside & offside (3.6.B.2c)

General surface corrosion underside of vehicle in & out of prescribed

Pass 1 Apr 2015 96,284 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2014 91,428 miles

Both rear tyres badly perished.

Slight inbalance on front brake efforts.

Slight interaction on n/s/r lamp.

Pass 11 Feb 2013 86,305 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 10 Feb 2012 82,247 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2012 82,241 miles

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Pass 10 Feb 2011 79,239 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2010 69,730 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2009 65,294 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 26 Feb 2009 65,294 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2008 54,898 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 10 Mar 2008 54,898 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2007 45,955 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2006 38,349 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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BJ02 FCA is a 2002 Suzuki Swift in Red with a 993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 BJ02 FCA, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BJ02 FCA registered?

BJ02 FCA is a 2002 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 29 March 2002.

Is BJ02 FCA safe to buy?

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