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FX02 VBO

2002 Suzuki Swift

Silver Petrol 993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Mar 2017
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

56,415 mi
Last recorded56,415 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2016
Typical for 2002 Suzuki Swift45,009 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX02 VBO
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine993cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2016 56,415 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2015 53,812 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

sills weak

Pass 5 Mar 2014 50,941 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2014 50,941 miles

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

Pass 1 Mar 2013 46,733 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2013 46,733 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 17 Feb 2012 42,392 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2011 38,173 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2010 34,170 miles

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

Pass 6 Mar 2009 29,788 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2009 29,788 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 7 Mar 2008 25,388 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2008 25,388 miles

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

Pass 16 Mar 2007 21,218 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2006 16,658 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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FX02 VBO is a 2002 Suzuki Swift in Silver with a 993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 FX02 VBO, 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 FX02 VBO registered?

FX02 VBO is a 2002 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 27 March 2002.

Is FX02 VBO safe to buy?

The MOT history for FX02 VBO shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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