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BJ02 RAU

2002 Suzuki Swift

Red Petrol 993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Apr 2017
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

73,096 mi
Last recorded73,096 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2016
Typical for 2002 Suzuki Swift45,009 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ02 RAU
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine993cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2016 73,096 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2016 73,096 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 10 Apr 2015 65,555 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2015 65,537 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

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

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

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

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

Pass 2 Apr 2014 55,482 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2013 49,475 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2013 49,475 miles

Offside Front Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)

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

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

Pass 4 Apr 2012 45,985 miles

front tyres worn on edges

Pass 8 Apr 2011 42,162 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2011 42,161 miles

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

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 12 Apr 2010 34,925 miles

both rear tyres perished

Pass 9 Apr 2009 31,583 miles

both door mirrors secured with tape , both rear tyres perished

Pass 4 Apr 2008 27,045 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2008 27,037 miles

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 6 Apr 2007 22,989 miles

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

al tyres worn on edges

Pass 7 Apr 2006 19,688 miles

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

nail in tyre

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 RAU is a 2002 Suzuki Swift in Red with a 993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 RAU, 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 RAU registered?

BJ02 RAU is a 2002 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 9 April 2002.

Is BJ02 RAU safe to buy?

The MOT history for BJ02 RAU shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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