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SJ52 DCY

2002 Suzuki Swift

Silver Petrol 993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Oct 2015
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

8,326 mi
Last recorded8,326 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2014
Typical for 2002 Suzuki Swift45,009 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSJ52 DCY
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine993cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Oct 2014 8,326 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Inner Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Inner Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 15 Oct 2013 4,691 miles

Nearside Outer Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

front spring locating cups slighty corroded

Pass 19 Oct 2012 96,263 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 14 Oct 2011 86,602 miles

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 15 Oct 2010 73,804 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2010 73,804 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 20 Oct 2009 62,467 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2008 53,803 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2007 45,254 miles

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 1 Nov 2006 36,868 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2005 28,075 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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SJ52 DCY is a 2002 Suzuki Swift in Silver with a 993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 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 SJ52 DCY, 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 SJ52 DCY registered?

SJ52 DCY is a 2002 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 27 September 2002.

Is SJ52 DCY safe to buy?

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