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BJ02 MZP

2002 Suzuki Swift

Red Petrol 993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Aug 2019
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

53,097 mi
Last recorded53,097 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2018
Typical for 2002 Suzuki Swift45,009 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ02 MZP
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine993cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2018 53,097 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Jun 2017 51,226 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2017 51,226 miles

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

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

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

Pass 3 Mar 2016 46,030 miles

Offside Front brake binding slightly

Fail 1 Mar 2016 46,029 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded both at nearside rear above fuel filler pipe (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Front brake binding slightly

Pass 29 Oct 2014 41,147 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

front tyres worn on edges

Pass 23 Oct 2013 39,446 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

front discs lipped

Pass 6 Jun 2012 37,245 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2011 35,125 miles

Front brakes have a slight inbalance.

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 4 Jun 2010 31,208 miles

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

Pass 16 May 2009 26,710 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 17 May 2008 23,175 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 21 May 2007 18,682 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 23 May 2006 15,563 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 MZP is a 2002 Suzuki Swift in Red with a 993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 MZP, 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 MZP registered?

BJ02 MZP is a 2002 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 24 May 2002.

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