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SJ52 LVB

2002 Suzuki Swift

Blue Petrol 993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Sep 2013
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

74,646 mi
Last recorded74,646 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2012
Typical for 2002 Suzuki Swift45,009 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSJ52 LVB
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine993cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2012 74,646 miles

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

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

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

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

Fail 7 Aug 2012 74,646 miles

Hazard warning tell tale not working correctly (1.4.B.1e)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 30 Aug 2011 67,847 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2010 60,318 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2009 53,319 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2009 53,319 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 25 Aug 2008 47,237 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 25 Aug 2008 47,237 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2007 41,017 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2007 41,017 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 30 Aug 2006 32,149 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2005 24,664 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2005 24,664 miles

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

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

nail in nearside rear tyre

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 LVB is a 2002 Suzuki Swift in Blue with a 993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 SJ52 LVB, 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 SJ52 LVB?

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What year was SJ52 LVB registered?

SJ52 LVB is a 2002 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 1 September 2002.

Is SJ52 LVB safe to buy?

The MOT history for SJ52 LVB shows 13 tests with a 61.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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