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GL52 CPE

2002 Suzuki Swift

Silver Petrol 993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Mar 2019
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

31,953 mi
Last recorded31,953 miles
Recorded on15 Feb 2018
Typical for 2002 Suzuki Swift45,009 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL52 CPE
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine993cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 15 Feb 2018 31,953 miles

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

Pass 8 Mar 2017 29,489 miles

FRONT NUMBER PLATE CRACKED

REAR NUMBER PLATE DETERIORATED

REAR TYRES PERISHED

Fail 8 Mar 2017 29,489 miles

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1) DANGEROUS

FRONT NUMBER PLATE CRACKED

REAR NUMBER PLATE DETERIORATED

REAR TYRES PERISHED

Pass 28 Oct 2014 29,113 miles

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

Fail 28 Oct 2014 29,113 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Oct 2013 28,515 miles

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

Fail 30 Oct 2013 28,515 miles

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

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 7 Nov 2012 27,676 miles

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

rear exhuast system deteriorated

Pass 9 Nov 2011 26,104 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2011 26,104 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

Pass 5 Nov 2010 23,880 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Oct 2009 20,773 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

number plates slight deteration

Fail 30 Oct 2009 20,772 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

number plates slight deteration

Pass 18 Nov 2008 18,221 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2007 15,331 miles

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

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

nearside front tyre outter edge shouldering off

Pass 27 Nov 2006 12,227 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2006 12,227 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Pass 8 Nov 2005 8,236 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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GL52 CPE is a 2002 Suzuki Swift in Silver with a 993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 GL52 CPE, 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 GL52 CPE registered?

GL52 CPE is a 2002 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 23 December 2002.

Is GL52 CPE safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL52 CPE shows 18 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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