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BW02 VDM

2002 Suzuki Swift

Green Petrol 993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Apr 2015
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

73,794 mi
Last recorded73,794 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2014
Typical for 2002 Suzuki Swift45,009 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBW02 VDM
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2002
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine993cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2014 73,794 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2014 73,794 miles

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

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

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 19 Mar 2013 56,489 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2013 56,483 miles

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 20 Mar 2012 53,627 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2012 53,627 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Emissions not tested (7.0)

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

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

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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

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

front brake pads not visable to inspect

Pass 8 Feb 2011 48,077 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fuel pipe/s corroded

both front tyres on 3mm tread

front brake discs slightly worn

Fail 8 Feb 2011 48,077 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fuel pipe/s corroded

both front tyres on 3mm tread

front brake discs slightly worn

Pass 1 Feb 2010 43,545 miles

both outer rear seatbelts retracting slowly

Fail 1 Feb 2010 43,545 miles

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

both outer rear seatbelts retracting slowly

Pass 5 Jan 2009 37,650 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2008 32,939 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2007 27,220 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2006 22,891 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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BW02 VDM is a 2002 Suzuki Swift in Green with a 993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 BW02 VDM, 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.

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What year was BW02 VDM registered?

BW02 VDM is a 2002 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 23 August 2002.

Is BW02 VDM safe to buy?

The MOT history for BW02 VDM shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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