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FM02 VUU

2002 Suzuki Swift

Red Petrol 993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Oct 2017
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

41,705 mi
Last recorded41,705 miles
Recorded on12 Oct 2016
Typical for 2002 Suzuki Swift45,009 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM02 VUU
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine993cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Oct 2016 41,705 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules both rear (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Rear outer sill slightly corroded

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

both rear inner sill sections slightly damaged

Fail 8 Oct 2016 41,620 miles

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

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

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (5.2.6)

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules both rear (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Rear outer sill slightly corroded

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

both rear inner sill sections slightly damaged

Pass 28 Sep 2015 34,279 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 13 Oct 2014 27,014 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Fail 11 Oct 2014 27,001 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 7 Oct 2013 21,116 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2012 15,107 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2011 9,439 miles

o/s & n/s rear seat belts slow to retract

Pass 18 Jun 2010 8,900 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2008 7,830 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2007 6,991 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2007 6,991 miles

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

Pass 8 Aug 2006 5,764 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 VUU is a 2002 Suzuki Swift in Red with a 993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 VUU, 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 FM02 VUU registered?

FM02 VUU is a 2002 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 25 July 2002.

Is FM02 VUU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FM02 VUU shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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