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FM02 TWU

2002 Suzuki Swift

Green Petrol 993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Mar 2026
Tests27 (20 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate74.1%

Mileage

59,982 mi
Last recorded59,982 miles
Recorded on5 Mar 2026
Typical for 2002 Suzuki Swift45,009 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM02 TWU
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2002
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine993cc

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MOT History

20 pass 7 fail
Fail 5 Mar 2026 59,982 miles

Emissions unable to be completed engine over heating (8.2.1.2 (d))

Front Bumper insecure (6.1.4 (a) (i))

Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

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

Nearside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner and outer sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Offside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing so rough it is likely to overheat or break up (5.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

general under body corrosion

Pass 18 Feb 2025 55,989 miles

Brake load sensing valve stiff (1.1.17 (c) (ii))

Nearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced under sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

general under body corrosion

Fail 18 Feb 2025 55,989 miles

Brake load sensing valve stiff (1.1.17 (c) (ii))

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

Nearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced under sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

general under body corrosion

Pass 27 Feb 2024 53,833 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2023 51,252 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2023 51,252 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid level significantly below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 1 Mar 2022 49,639 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2021 48,634 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2020 46,567 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2019 45,899 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2018 42,994 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2017 42,225 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing slight noise

Pass 14 Apr 2016 41,715 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2015 41,191 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2014 40,644 miles

all tyres on vehicle slightly perished

Pass 22 Apr 2013 39,964 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2013 39,964 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 24 Apr 2012 39,530 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2011 38,949 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2010 37,760 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2010 37,760 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 22 Apr 2009 36,341 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2009 36,339 miles

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

Fail 28 Apr 2008 33,702 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 28 Apr 2008 33,702 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 1 May 2007 26,672 miles
Pass 5 May 2006 19,357 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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FM02 TWU is a 2002 Suzuki Swift in Green with a 993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 74.1%.

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 FM02 TWU, 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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What year was FM02 TWU registered?

FM02 TWU is a 2002 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 30 June 2002.

Is FM02 TWU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FM02 TWU shows 27 tests with a 74.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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