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FE52 RPV

2002 Suzuki Swift

Red Petrol 993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jan 2014
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

1,594 mi
Last recorded1,594 miles
Recorded on4 Jan 2013
Typical for 2002 Suzuki Swift45,009 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE52 RPV
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine993cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Jan 2013 1,594 miles

Oil leak

Fail 4 Jan 2013 1,594 miles

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

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

Oil leak

Pass 6 Jan 2012 87,852 miles

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

offside front tyre has cracks on side wall

Fail 5 Jan 2012 87,852 miles

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

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

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

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

offside front tyre has cracks on side wall

Pass 23 Dec 2010 82,525 miles

Offside Front Vehicle structure has slight damage (6.1.A.1)

Pass 23 Dec 2009 78,842 miles

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

Fail 16 Dec 2009 78,842 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 10 Dec 2008 67,952 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2007 53,465 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2007 53,465 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 16 Nov 2006 38,283 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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FE52 RPV is a 2002 Suzuki Swift in Red with a 993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 FE52 RPV, 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 FE52 RPV registered?

FE52 RPV is a 2002 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 1 September 2002.

Is FE52 RPV safe to buy?

The MOT history for FE52 RPV shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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