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HF52 MKJ

2002 Suzuki Swift

Blue Petrol 993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Oct 2026
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

44,137 mi
Last recorded44,137 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2025
Typical for 2002 Suzuki Swift45,009 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHF52 MKJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine993cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 Oct 2025 44,137 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 16 Oct 2025 44,127 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 23 Oct 2024 39,023 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 22 Oct 2024 39,001 miles

Driver's seat with a defective structure (6.2.5 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 23 Oct 2023 34,002 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2023 33,992 miles

Driver's seat with a defective structure (6.2.5 (a) (i))

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 12 Oct 2022 26,193 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Oct 2019 26,073 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2019 26,058 miles

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

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% nearside effort low (1.2.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 10 Oct 2018 22,429 miles

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

Pass 12 Oct 2017 16,759 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2016 10,320 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2016 10,285 miles

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

Front Damage to bumper

Nearside Front Tyre cracked in tread

Nearside Rear Tyre cracked in tread

Offside Front Tyre cracked in tread

Offside Rear Tyre cracked in tread

Pass 15 Dec 2015 8,871 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2014 8,097 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2013 7,408 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2012 6,427 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2011 5,952 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2010 5,466 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2009 4,896 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2008 4,479 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2007 3,983 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2006 3,344 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2005 2,530 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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HF52 MKJ is a 2002 Suzuki Swift in Blue with a 993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

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 HF52 MKJ, 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 HF52 MKJ registered?

HF52 MKJ is a 2002 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 13 September 2002.

Is HF52 MKJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for HF52 MKJ shows 24 tests with a 79.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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