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AU02 LWA

2002 Suzuki Swift

Silver Petrol 993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Feb 2019
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

33,470 mi
Last recorded33,470 miles
Recorded on21 Jan 2019
Typical for 2002 Suzuki Swift45,009 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU02 LWA
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine993cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Fail 21 Jan 2019 33,470 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength under floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength under floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill x2 (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged both (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 14 Feb 2018 25,983 miles

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Fail 22 Jan 2018 25,401 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 11 Feb 2017 13,687 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2016 99,765 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2016 99,763 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 31 Jan 2015 94,974 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 6 Feb 2014 89,607 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2013 84,518 miles

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

Pass 4 Feb 2012 77,815 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2011 69,274 miles

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

Pass 9 Feb 2011 69,274 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2010 62,536 miles

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

oil spray needed under body

Pass 9 Feb 2009 55,500 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 17 Jan 2008 50,353 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2007 41,872 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2006 32,324 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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AU02 LWA is a 2002 Suzuki Swift in Silver with a 993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 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 AU02 LWA, 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 AU02 LWA registered?

AU02 LWA is a 2002 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 1 March 2002.

Is AU02 LWA safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU02 LWA shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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