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FV02 YLW

2002 Suzuki Swift

Silver Petrol 993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Feb 2017
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

55,390 mi
Last recorded55,390 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2016
Typical for 2002 Suzuki Swift45,009 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV02 YLW
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine993cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Feb 2016 55,390 miles

Both registration plates deteriorated

Exhaust centre section slightly corroded

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside sill corroded

Fail 25 Feb 2015 46,611 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Rear bumper insecure.

Pass 25 Feb 2015 46,611 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear bumper insecure.

Pass 24 Feb 2014 37,658 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

front and rear tyres deteriorated

Pass 15 Feb 2013 32,179 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2013 32,146 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Offside Rear rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 21 Aug 2012 889,117 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

small cracks in all tyres

Pass 6 Sep 2011 23,810 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 21 Nov 2009 21,553 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2008 18,319 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2007 15,440 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2006 12,102 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2005 8,834 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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FV02 YLW is a 2002 Suzuki Swift in Silver with a 993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 FV02 YLW, 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 FV02 YLW registered?

FV02 YLW is a 2002 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 22 July 2002.

Is FV02 YLW safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV02 YLW shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FV02 YLW have outstanding finance?

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