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VO02 OSV

2002 Suzuki Swift

Green Petrol 993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Aug 2018
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

57,663 mi
Last recorded57,663 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2017
Typical for 2002 Suzuki Swift45,009 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVO02 OSV
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2002
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine993cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2017 57,663 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

both rear tyres starting to crack between the tread

Fail 15 Aug 2017 57,663 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both front (8.2.2)

coil spring broken both rear (2.4.C.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

both rear tyres starting to crack between the tread

Pass 9 Jun 2016 52,563 miles

long brake pedal travel

ns front tyre wearing close to limit on inner edge

rear tyres starting to perish and crack slightly

Fail 1 Jun 2016 52,562 miles

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid wipers not tested (8.2.3)

ns front tyre wearing close to limit on inner edge

long brake pedal travel ,advise adjustment or reair

rear tyres starting to perish and crack slightly

front tow bracket bolts loose strongly advise tightening them up

Pass 7 May 2015 50,158 miles
Fail 2 May 2015 50,158 miles

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

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

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 30 Apr 2014 46,899 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

car is modified for being towed behind a camper and has a modified brake system

os rear light lens cracked

rear tyres starting to perish and crackl

Fail 29 Apr 2014 46,899 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Front Towbar component insecure (6.6.1)

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

car is modified for being towed behind a camper and has a modified brake system

os rear light lens cracked

rear tyres starting to perish and crackl

Pass 20 Mar 2012 45,934 miles

Both rear tyres slightly deteriated

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

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 23 Feb 2011 43,163 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

n/s/f headlamp mounting broken but not affecting headlamp aim

Fail 22 Feb 2011 43,163 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely by positive means (7.2.4b)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

n/s/f headlamp mounting broken but not affecting headlamp aim

Pass 5 Feb 2010 38,650 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2009 31,219 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2008 27,725 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2007 22,799 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2006 15,153 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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VO02 OSV is a 2002 Suzuki Swift in Green with a 993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 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 VO02 OSV, 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 VO02 OSV registered?

VO02 OSV is a 2002 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 18 March 2002.

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