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FJ52 KVB

2002 Suzuki Swift

Blue Petrol 993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Mar 2021
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

64,069 mi
Last recorded64,069 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2020
Typical for 2002 Suzuki Swift45,009 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ52 KVB
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine993cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Mar 2020 64,069 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 17 Aug 2017 63,869 miles

All four tyres cracking/splitting with age

Pass 26 Jul 2016 63,034 miles

both front tyre inner side walls poor condition age cracking

Pass 17 Jul 2015 61,741 miles

nearside front tyre side wall cracks

rear near side brake pipes poor condition in retaining clips

Pass 22 Jul 2014 60,207 miles

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

nearside front tyre side inner wall age cracking

Fail 22 Jul 2014 60,207 miles

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

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

nearside front tyre side inner wall age cracking

Pass 11 Jul 2013 58,726 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2012 51,285 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2012 51,285 miles

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

Pass 25 Jul 2011 55,438 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2010 52,962 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 28 Jul 2010 52,962 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2009 50,358 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2008 47,834 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2008 47,819 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Pass 28 Aug 2007 44,180 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2006 38,425 miles

both rear seat belts slow to retract

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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FJ52 KVB is a 2002 Suzuki Swift in Blue with a 993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 FJ52 KVB, 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 FJ52 KVB registered?

FJ52 KVB is a 2002 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 1 September 2002.

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