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GL02 TYK

2002 Suzuki Swift

Red Petrol 993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Oct 2024
Tests25 (17 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate68%

Mileage

10,256 mi
Last recorded10,256 miles
Recorded on23 Oct 2024
Typical for 2002 Suzuki Swift45,009 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL02 TYK
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine993cc

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MOT History

17 pass 8 fail
Fail 23 Oct 2024 10,256 miles

Emissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases centre and rear section excessively blowing (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Obligatory mirror does not provide a view to the rear (3.3 (c))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner and outer sills, floor corroded rear arch corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 18 Oct 2023 2,836 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Nearside door mirror glass missing

Offside Front bumper slightly damaged but secure.

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 9 Oct 2023 2,773 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Brake hydraulic reservoir close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Nearside door mirror glass missing

Offside Front bumper slightly damaged but secure.

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Oct 2022 96,803 miles

Nearside Front door mirror glass missing

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill corrosion by suspension mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Oct 2021 88,426 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases manifold down pipe bolt missing & exhaust blowing slightly (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Oct 2020 79,982 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases catalytic converter bolt broken (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Fail 21 Oct 2020 79,969 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected outer sill marked in yellow chalk (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases catalytic converter bolt broken (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Pass 16 Apr 2019 67,950 miles

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Fail 16 Apr 2019 67,950 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Pass 12 Apr 2018 58,557 miles

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Offside Rear tyre perishing

Pass 29 Mar 2017 52,289 miles

Steering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)

Fail 28 Mar 2017 52,289 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Steering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)

Pass 1 Apr 2016 47,000 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2016 46,959 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Fail 17 Mar 2015 39,874 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 17 Mar 2015 39,874 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2014 36,107 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 24 Mar 2014 36,107 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2013 31,766 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2012 22,983 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2011 15,207 miles

Front brake discs corroded

Wipers slightly smearing

Pass 5 Oct 2009 12,789 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2008 12,707 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2007 11,556 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2006 9,417 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 TYK is a 2002 Suzuki Swift in Red with a 993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 TYK, 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 GL02 TYK registered?

GL02 TYK is a 2002 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 9 August 2002.

Is GL02 TYK safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL02 TYK shows 25 tests with a 68% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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