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VU52 BVX

2002 Suzuki Swift

Green Petrol 993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Mar 2019
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

96,149 mi
Last recorded96,149 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2018
Typical for 2002 Suzuki Swift45,009 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU52 BVX
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2002
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine993cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2018 96,149 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2017 83,933 miles

general corrosion

Pass 10 Mar 2016 69,898 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Offside Front Valve stem slightly misaligned (4.1.D.1e)

Offside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

front bumper insecure

Fail 10 Mar 2016 69,898 miles

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

Nearside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (4.1.D.1e)

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

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Offside Front Valve stem slightly misaligned (4.1.D.1e)

Offside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

front bumper insecure

Pass 16 Feb 2015 58,323 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2014 52,734 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2013 44,208 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

rear exhaust deteriorated

Fail 18 Feb 2013 44,206 miles

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

rear exhaust deteriorated

Pass 2 Mar 2012 39,415 miles

rear exhaust baffals loose inside

rear exhaust corroded

Pass 19 Feb 2010 33,442 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2009 33,308 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously deteriorated, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 17 Oct 2008 26,537 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2007 19,994 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2006 15,475 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2005 10,970 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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VU52 BVX is a 2002 Suzuki Swift in Green with a 993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 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 VU52 BVX, 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 VU52 BVX registered?

VU52 BVX is a 2002 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 9 September 2002.

Is VU52 BVX safe to buy?

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