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GL02 PVP

2002 Suzuki Swift

Silver Petrol 993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Dec 2019
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

39,473 mi
Last recorded39,473 miles
Recorded on20 Dec 2018
Typical for 2002 Suzuki Swift45,009 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL02 PVP
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine993cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Dec 2018 39,473 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 20 Dec 2018 39,473 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 24 Oct 2016 30,101 miles

Rear Rear shock absorbers slightly corroded

Fail 24 Oct 2016 30,101 miles

Rear Rear shock absorbers slightly corroded

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

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 10 Aug 2015 25,337 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2015 25,249 miles

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

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

NS door mirror glass missing

NSF brake binding slightly

Rear bumper loose (NS)

Pass 14 Jul 2014 24,820 miles

n/s/f brake has a slight bind

n/s/r brake has a slight bind

Pass 10 Jul 2013 24,234 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

n/s/r brake binding slightly

o/s/r tyre slightly distorted

Pass 17 Jul 2012 23,659 miles

n/s/r brake has a slight bind

Fail 17 Jul 2012 23,659 miles

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

n/s/r brake has a slight bind

Pass 8 Jul 2011 23,158 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2010 22,677 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2009 21,838 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 17 Jul 2008 20,551 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2007 18,726 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 20 Jul 2006 15,931 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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GL02 PVP is a 2002 Suzuki Swift in Silver with a 993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 GL02 PVP, 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 GL02 PVP registered?

GL02 PVP is a 2002 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 5 August 2002.

Is GL02 PVP safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL02 PVP shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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