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YE02 BJV

2002 Suzuki Swift · Petrol · 993cc

Red Registered in Leeds, Yorkshire · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2002
FuelPetrol
Engine993cc
ColourRed
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantPetrol pre-2006
Est. Annual Tax£20–£30

ULEZ status is estimated based on fuel type and registration year. It may not reflect the actual emission standard of this vehicle. Check with TfL for a definitive answer.

At a glance

This 2002 Suzuki Swift Petrol 993cc has had 8 MOT tests on record, passing 6 and failing 2 (75% pass rate). It has 75,387 miles on the clock, averaging 7,998 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. The 1.0 G10A engine is known for 1. head gasket failure (cooling system stress) and 2. cooling fan relay failure. Common Suzuki Swift issues include 1. rear suspension trailing arm bushes (all body styles) and 2. body rust.

MOT & Mileage History for YE02 BJV

MOT Status
Due date passed
75,387
Last Mileage
Recorded
8
Total Tests
Since 2006
75%
Pass Rate
6 passed, 2 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 8 tests on record
7,998

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading75,387 miles
Reading date
Miles last year1
Average per year7,998
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for YE02 BJV 35k45k55k65k75k '06'11'10

Check YE02 BJV

Full MOT Test History 8 tests on record

PASS
Mileage75,387 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage75,386 miles
Since last MOT+16,018 miles
PASS
Mileage59,368 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage59,368 miles
Since last MOT+5,466 miles
PASS
Mileage53,902 miles
Since last MOT+1,869 miles
PASS
Mileage52,033 miles
Since last MOT+8,316 miles
PASS
Mileage43,717 miles
Since last MOT+9,100 miles
PASS
Mileage34,617 miles

🔧 Reported issues for this Suzuki Swift

These are the most commonly reported problems on Suzuki Swift models (1984–2003), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.

1. Rear suspension trailing arm bushes (all body styles)

Rubber bushes on rear trailing arms crack and split from age/UV/road salt. · Typical repair: £150-£300 (bushes £40/set, 2-3hrs labour indie garage).

2. Body rust – sills, wheel arches, jacking points (all body styles)

Thin factory galvanising fails, rust bubbles/perforates from UK winters/salt. · Typical repair: £400-£1,200 (patch panels/welding, depends on extent).

3. Door lock mechanisms/central locking (all body styles)

Plastic gears in locks wear/strip, barrels seize from dirt. · Typical repair: £80-£200 per door (new barrels/gears cheap, 1hr labour).

1. Head Gasket Failure (Cooling System Stress)

Head gasket fails after prolonged overheating events, typically allowing hot combustion gases to leak into the cooling system.[1]

2. Cooling Fan Relay Failure

Electric radiator fan stops operating, leaving the engine prone to overheating during acceleration or sustained driving.[1]

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYE02 BJV
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine993cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeYE — Leeds, Yorkshire
Age identifier02 — March 2002 to August 2002

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About YE02 BJV

What car is YE02 BJV?

YE02 BJV is a red Suzuki Swift, petrol (993cc). First registered in Leeds in 2002.

What is the mileage of YE02 BJV?

The last recorded mileage for YE02 BJV was 75,387 miles, recorded on 9 Sep 2011 during its most recent MOT test.

Has YE02 BJV passed its MOT?

YE02 BJV has had 8 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (6 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 9 Sep 2011.

Is YE02 BJV ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, YE02 BJV is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2002, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.

How old is YE02 BJV?

YE02 BJV is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.