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YP02 OTU

2002 Suzuki Swift

Silver Petrol 993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2017
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

57,003 mi
Last recorded57,003 miles
Recorded on28 Sep 2016
Typical for 2002 Suzuki Swift45,009 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYP02 OTU
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine993cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 Sep 2016 57,003 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded offside 7 nearside as pipes run through inner wings & join to flexi hoses (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded pipes that runs over the rear suspension, then joins to load valve (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Rear Lower Brake pipe slightly corroded as pipe joins to flexi hose (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 28 Sep 2016 57,003 miles

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

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded offside 7 nearside as pipes run through inner wings & join to flexi hoses (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded pipes that runs over the rear suspension, then joins to load valve (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Rear Lower Brake pipe slightly corroded as pipe joins to flexi hose (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 1 Oct 2015 51,038 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2015 51,038 miles

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

Pass 17 Apr 2014 49,251 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2014 49,251 miles

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

Pass 8 Mar 2013 40,194 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2013 40,194 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Mar 2012 36,240 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2011 30,725 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2010 25,079 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2010 25,078 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

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

Pass 20 Mar 2009 19,653 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2008 13,860 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2007 11,084 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2006 8,983 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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YP02 OTU is a 2002 Suzuki Swift in Silver 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 YP02 OTU, 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 YP02 OTU registered?

YP02 OTU is a 2002 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 12 June 2002.

Is YP02 OTU safe to buy?

The MOT history for YP02 OTU shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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