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VK02 YJC

2002 Suzuki Swift

Green Petrol 993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Feb 2020
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

49,611 mi
Last recorded49,611 miles
Recorded on31 Jan 2019
Typical for 2002 Suzuki Swift45,009 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK02 YJC
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2002
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine993cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 31 Jan 2019 49,611 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sus arm mounting point inner front wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material rear section front to rear to compensator 1 (1.1.11 (c))

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

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sus arm mounting point inner front wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Fail 18 Jan 2019 49,479 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength floor pan inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded rear section front to rear to compensator (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength floor pan inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sus arm mounting point inner front wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material rear section front to rear to compensator 1 (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sus arm mounting point inner front wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Pass 5 Feb 2018 46,076 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2017 43,455 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2016 41,707 miles

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

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

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 18 Jan 2016 41,707 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases front pipe/cat (7.1.2)

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

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

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 3 Feb 2015 39,703 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2015 39,703 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

Pass 27 Jan 2014 36,663 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2013 34,427 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2012 32,369 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2011 30,886 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2011 30,886 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 4 Aug 2010 26,517 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2009 25,280 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2008 23,872 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2007 20,446 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2006 16,650 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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VK02 YJC is a 2002 Suzuki Swift in Green with a 993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 VK02 YJC, 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 VK02 YJC registered?

VK02 YJC is a 2002 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 17 May 2002.

Is VK02 YJC safe to buy?

The MOT history for VK02 YJC shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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