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FG52 XNL

2002 Suzuki Swift

Blue Petrol 993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 May 2022
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

29,816 mi
Last recorded29,816 miles
Recorded on14 May 2021
Typical for 2002 Suzuki Swift45,009 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG52 XNL
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine993cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 14 May 2021 29,816 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2021 29,816 miles

Battery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))

Driver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen significantly affected by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

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

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Fuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 22 Apr 2020 26,321 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 13 Feb 2020 26,314 miles

Nearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Fuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Feb 2019 23,417 miles

Small corroded hole offside front floor

Fail 20 Feb 2019 23,416 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour And offside rear (4.4.3 (a))

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

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

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Oil leaking excessively from engine Sump (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Brake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Small corroded hole offside front floor

Pass 26 Feb 2018 23,066 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2018 23,057 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded floor (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (5.2.6)

Nearside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded wheel arch (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded floor (2.4.A.3)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

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

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both front (4.1.E.1)

Pass 2 Dec 2016 11,314 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2015 438 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2014 87,169 miles

both front tyres worn to limit

offside rear tyre slightly mishapen

Pass 7 Dec 2013 76,544 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2012 69,863 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2011 62,089 miles

slight corrosion on offside front chassis rail

Pass 22 Nov 2010 53,700 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 4 Dec 2009 47,311 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2008 42,368 miles

both number plate lights dim

Pass 4 Dec 2007 37,131 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2006 31,402 miles

front brake pads low

Fail 25 Nov 2005 20,327 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 25 Nov 2005 20,327 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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FG52 XNL is a 2002 Suzuki Swift in Blue with a 993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 FG52 XNL, 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 FG52 XNL registered?

FG52 XNL is a 2002 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 5 December 2002.

Is FG52 XNL safe to buy?

The MOT history for FG52 XNL shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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