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BV52 AVE

2002 Suzuki Swift

Red Petrol 993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Mar 2011
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

16,179 mi
Last recorded16,179 miles
Recorded on5 Mar 2010
Typical for 2002 Suzuki Swift45,009 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV52 AVE
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine993cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Mar 2010 16,179 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 14 Aug 2009 15,716 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2009 15,716 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Pass 26 Aug 2008 14,598 miles

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

Fail 26 Aug 2008 14,598 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 24 Aug 2007 13,156 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2006 10,714 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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BV52 AVE is a 2002 Suzuki Swift in Red with a 993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 BV52 AVE, 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

How do I check the history of BV52 AVE?

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What year was BV52 AVE registered?

BV52 AVE is a 2002 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 3 September 2002.

Is BV52 AVE safe to buy?

The MOT history for BV52 AVE shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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