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HY51 BXC

2002 Suzuki Swift

Red Petrol 993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Feb 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

46,064 mi
Last recorded46,064 miles
Recorded on2 Feb 2026
Typical for 2002 Suzuki Swift45,009 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHY51 BXC
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine993cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Feb 2026 46,064 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and badly perished (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and perished (5.2.3 (e))

rust patches in various places and rear inner sills corroding

Pass 7 Jan 2025 40,654 miles

rust and corrosion in various places

Nearside 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))

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

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

Pass 22 Jan 2024 35,707 miles

all tyres perished

rust patches in various places

Pass 28 Dec 2022 30,655 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2022 26,845 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2020 26,260 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2019 25,456 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2018 24,923 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2018 24,923 miles

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

Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))

Pass 28 Nov 2017 24,425 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2016 23,780 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2015 22,961 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Dec 2014 22,209 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2013 21,635 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2012 21,157 miles

both rear tyres cracking

nearside rear brake binding slightly

Pass 29 Nov 2011 19,868 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2010 19,221 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2009 18,606 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2008 17,753 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2007 16,976 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2007 16,976 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 4 Dec 2006 15,869 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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HY51 BXC is a 2002 Suzuki Swift in Red with a 993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 HY51 BXC, 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

How do I check the history of HY51 BXC?

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What year was HY51 BXC registered?

HY51 BXC is a 2002 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 4 January 2002.

Is HY51 BXC safe to buy?

The MOT history for HY51 BXC shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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