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BW52 UNF

2002 Suzuki Swift

Silver Petrol 993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Sep 2017
Tests19 (11 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate57.9%

Mileage

80,752 mi
Last recorded80,752 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2016
Typical for 2002 Suzuki Swift45,009 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBW52 UNF
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine993cc

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MOT History

11 pass 8 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2016 80,752 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Items removed from drivers view prior to test

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slight perishing

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

Offside Rear Tyre 14 years old

Small exhaust blow just before the cat

Fail 19 Aug 2016 80,752 miles

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

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

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

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Items removed from drivers view prior to test

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slight perishing

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

Offside Rear Tyre 14 years old

Small exhaust blow just before the cat

Pass 2 Sep 2015 63,269 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2015 63,269 miles

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

Fail 10 Sep 2014 49,277 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Sep 2014 49,277 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2013 39,602 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 22 Aug 2013 39,602 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2012 35,759 miles

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)

Fail 23 Aug 2012 35,759 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Pass 26 Aug 2011 306,953 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2010 27,445 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2009 23,640 miles

Nearside front indicator bracket broken

Fail 25 Aug 2009 23,640 miles

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside front indicator bracket broken

Pass 26 Aug 2008 20,347 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2007 17,073 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2007 17,073 miles

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

Pass 29 Aug 2006 14,127 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2006 14,127 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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BW52 UNF is a 2002 Suzuki Swift in Silver with a 993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.9%.

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 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 BW52 UNF, 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 BW52 UNF registered?

BW52 UNF is a 2002 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 3 September 2002.

Is BW52 UNF safe to buy?

The MOT history for BW52 UNF shows 19 tests with a 57.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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