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VE02 SZT

2002 Suzuki Swift

Silver Petrol 993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Dec 2020
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

53,071 mi
Last recorded53,071 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2019
Typical for 2002 Suzuki Swift45,009 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVE02 SZT
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine993cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2019 53,071 miles

Nearside Front Upper Macpherson strut mounting corroded but not seriously weakened top mount area (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear lens is slightly damaged

Offside Front Upper Macpherson strut mounting corroded but not seriously weakened top mount area (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

corroded underneath vehicle

Fail 3 Jun 2019 53,071 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner sill with in 30cm of seat belt mounting point (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill with in 30cm of seat belt mounting point (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Nearside Front Upper Macpherson strut mounting corroded but not seriously weakened top mount area (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear lens is slightly damaged

Offside Front Upper Macpherson strut mounting corroded but not seriously weakened top mount area (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

corroded underneath vehicle

Pass 6 Apr 2018 43,060 miles

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Fail 4 Apr 2018 43,058 miles

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

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases many places (7.1.2)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 25 Apr 2017 40,719 miles
Pass 5 May 2016 37,806 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 20 Apr 2015 35,583 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2014 33,944 miles
Fail 9 May 2013 32,202 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)

Pass 9 May 2013 32,202 miles
Pass 10 May 2012 29,707 miles
Pass 6 May 2011 27,262 miles
Pass 5 May 2010 24,602 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2009 21,590 miles
Pass 6 May 2008 19,390 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2007 16,530 miles
Pass 8 May 2006 13,379 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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VE02 SZT is a 2002 Suzuki Swift in Silver with a 993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 VE02 SZT, 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 VE02 SZT registered?

VE02 SZT is a 2002 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 17 August 2002.

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The MOT history for VE02 SZT shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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