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BV52 HDU

2002 Suzuki Swift

Red Petrol 993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Sep 2021
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

Typical for 2002 Suzuki Swift45,009 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV52 HDU
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine993cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2020

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

general corrosion

Fail 9 Sep 2020

Nearside Rear Tyre has had the tread recut (5.2.3 (g))

Offside Front Tyre has had the tread recut (5.2.3 (g))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Sep 2019 100,337 miles

Rear Subframe mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 7 Sep 2019 100,310 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

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

Rear Subframe mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 2 Sep 2019 2,986 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Sep 2018 96,870 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2017 91,979 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 7 Sep 2017 91,952 miles

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

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases exhaust back section ( snapped ) (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded 2 pipes marked in yellow where clipped to body going up to compensator (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded from compensator up to flexy hose (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded central outer sill (5.2.6)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases multiple points along system due to cracks /corrosion (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded under wing (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded under wing (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 17 Sep 2016 87,016 miles

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

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 15 Sep 2015 83,383 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 16 Sep 2014 80,085 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2013 76,106 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2012 72,822 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2011 68,713 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2010 61,691 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2009 54,212 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2008 46,934 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2007 39,861 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2006 33,234 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 HDU is a 2002 Suzuki Swift in Red with a 993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 BV52 HDU, 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 BV52 HDU registered?

BV52 HDU is a 2002 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 25 September 2002.

Is BV52 HDU safe to buy?

The MOT history for BV52 HDU shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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