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SJ02 BZX

2002 Suzuki Swift

Blue Petrol 993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jul 2022
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

31,448 mi
Last recorded31,448 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2021
Typical for 2002 Suzuki Swift45,009 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSJ02 BZX
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine993cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2021 31,448 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Fail 26 Jun 2021 31,448 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Jul 2020 31,005 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Jun 2019 30,374 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2018 29,869 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2017 28,958 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2016 28,239 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2016 28,181 miles

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

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 16 Jul 2015 27,325 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2014 26,224 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2013 25,041 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2012 23,002 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2011 21,956 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Oil leak

Pass 2 Jul 2010 20,660 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2010 20,660 miles

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 2 Jul 2009 18,952 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2009 18,952 miles

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

Nearside Inner Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 28 Jun 2008 16,515 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 7 Jun 2007 13,230 miles
Pass 30 May 2006 10,693 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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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SJ02 BZX is a 2002 Suzuki Swift in Blue with a 993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 SJ02 BZX, 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.

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What year was SJ02 BZX registered?

SJ02 BZX is a 2002 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 10 May 2002.

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