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SF52 SXD

2002 Suzuki Swift

Silver Petrol 993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jan 2016
Tests17 (9 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate52.9%

Mileage

301 mi
Last recorded301 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2015
Typical for 2002 Suzuki Swift45,009 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSF52 SXD
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine993cc

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MOT History

9 pass 8 fail
Pass 16 Jan 2015 301 miles

corrosion build up on boot floor

corrosion build up on front bulkhead and inner wings

corrosion build up on suspension components of vehicle

corrosion build up on underside of vehicle

Fail 13 Jan 2015 301 miles

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

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

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

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

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

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

corrosion build up on boot floor

corrosion build up on front bulkhead and inner wings

corrosion build up on suspension components of vehicle

corrosion build up on underside of vehicle

Pass 23 Dec 2013 91,889 miles

corrosion build up on exhaust system

corrosion build up on metal fuel pipes

corrosion developing on underside of vehicle

corrosion outwith any prescribed areas

offside interior door handle missing

slight leak from oil filter

slight play in nearside steering rack arm

Fail 23 Dec 2013 91,886 miles

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

corrosion build up on exhaust system

corrosion build up on metal fuel pipes

corrosion developing on underside of vehicle

corrosion outwith any prescribed areas

offside interior door handle missing

slight leak from oil filter

slight play in nearside steering rack arm

Pass 17 Jan 2013 86,283 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2013 86,283 miles

Front front brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Nearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front front brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 12 Sep 2011 81,347 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2011 81,347 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 23 Aug 2010 75,815 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)

front discs worn

Fail 20 Aug 2010 75,815 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Driver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

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

Nearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

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

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

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)

front discs worn

Pass 21 Aug 2009 70,319 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2009 70,315 miles

Nearside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 21 Aug 2008 67,353 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 21 Aug 2008 67,353 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 16 Aug 2007 57,136 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2007 57,136 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 25 Aug 2006 48,498 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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SF52 SXD is a 2002 Suzuki Swift in Silver with a 993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 52.9%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 SF52 SXD, 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 SF52 SXD?

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What year was SF52 SXD registered?

SF52 SXD is a 2002 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 2 September 2002.

Is SF52 SXD safe to buy?

The MOT history for SF52 SXD shows 17 tests with a 52.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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