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DF02 HBO

2002 Suzuki Swift

Blue Petrol 993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Nov 2025
Tests24 (17 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate70.8%

Mileage

61,555 mi
Last recorded61,555 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2024
Typical for 2002 Suzuki Swift45,009 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF02 HBO
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine993cc

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MOT History

17 pass 7 fail
Pass 20 Nov 2024 61,555 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both sides inner sills/floor along their entirety (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 17 Oct 2023 59,417 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2022 58,377 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2022 58,377 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Service brake imbalanced across an axle nearside rear brake low effort (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Sep 2021 57,560 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both outer sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 23 Sep 2021 57,560 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both outer sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 22 Sep 2020 56,415 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2020 56,415 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 9 Sep 2019 55,068 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2019 55,053 miles

Nearside Inner Body modification likely to adversely affect braking or steering sill (6.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Body modification likely to adversely affect braking or steering out rigger (6.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 8 Aug 2016 53,987 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded both front (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 24 Aug 2015 48,640 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2015 48,534 miles

Nearside Front Lower Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 4 Jul 2014 45,617 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2013 43,076 miles

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

Pass 19 Jun 2013 43,076 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2012 40,744 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2011 38,398 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2010 35,912 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2009 32,513 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2008 27,220 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2008 27,189 miles

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve movement (3.3.A.5)

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

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

Pass 7 Jun 2007 22,958 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2006 19,889 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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DF02 HBO is a 2002 Suzuki Swift in Blue with a 993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.8%.

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 DF02 HBO, 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.

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DF02 HBO is a 2002 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 9 August 2002.

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