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FJ52 VPX

2002 Suzuki Swift

Red Petrol 993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Sep 2023
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

21,972 mi
Last recorded21,972 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2022
Typical for 2002 Suzuki Swift45,009 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ52 VPX
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine993cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2022 21,972 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2021 21,868 miles

Front Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 1 Sep 2020 21,426 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2020 21,426 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

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

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

Pass 23 Aug 2019 21,032 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2018 20,484 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2017 20,048 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2016 19,610 miles

Rear both tyres starting to show age cracks

Fail 31 Aug 2016 19,610 miles

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

Rear both tyres starting to show age cracks

Pass 20 Aug 2015 18,813 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2014 18,345 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2014 18,345 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)

Pass 28 Aug 2013 17,475 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2012 16,483 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2011 15,024 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2010 13,993 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2009 12,665 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2008 11,535 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2007 10,180 miles

engine management light is on,on dash

Pass 31 Aug 2006 8,502 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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FJ52 VPX is a 2002 Suzuki Swift in Red with a 993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 VPX, 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 VPX registered?

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

Is FJ52 VPX safe to buy?

The MOT history for FJ52 VPX shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FJ52 VPX have outstanding finance?

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