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DA02 VWH

2002 Suzuki Swift · Petrol · 993cc

Blue Registered in Chester, Deeside to Shrewsbury · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2002
FuelPetrol
Engine993cc
ColourBlue
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantPetrol pre-2006
Est. Annual Tax£20–£30

ULEZ status is estimated based on fuel type and registration year. It may not reflect the actual emission standard of this vehicle. Check with TfL for a definitive answer.

At a glance

This 2002 Suzuki Swift Petrol 993cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 3 (81% pass rate). It has 98,065 miles on the clock, averaging 4,963 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.0 G10A engine is known for 1. head gasket failure (cooling system stress) and 2. cooling fan relay failure. Common Suzuki Swift issues include 1. rear suspension trailing arm bushes (all body styles) and 2. body rust.

MOT & Mileage History for DA02 VWH

MOT Status
Due date passed
98,065
Last Mileage
Recorded
16
Total Tests
Since 2005
81%
Pass Rate
13 passed, 3 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 16 tests on record
4,963

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading98,065 miles
Reading date
Miles last year2,401
Average per year4,963
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for DA02 VWH 34k50k66k82k98k '05'18'12

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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record

FAIL
Mileage98,065 miles
Since last MOT+2,401 miles
PASS
Mileage95,664 miles
Since last MOT+4,593 miles
PASS
Mileage91,071 miles
Since last MOT+4,667 miles
PASS
Mileage86,404 miles
Since last MOT+1,508 miles
PASS
Mileage84,896 miles
Since last MOT+1,184 miles
PASS
Mileage83,712 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage83,712 miles
Since last MOT+4,329 miles
PASS
Mileage79,383 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage79,381 miles
Since last MOT+8,050 miles
PASS
Mileage71,331 miles
Since last MOT+555 miles
PASS
Mileage70,776 miles
Since last MOT+6,133 miles
PASS
Mileage64,643 miles
Since last MOT+2,312 miles
PASS
Mileage62,331 miles
Since last MOT+2,290 miles
PASS
Mileage60,041 miles
Since last MOT+10,637 miles
PASS
Mileage49,404 miles
Since last MOT+15,430 miles
PASS
Mileage33,974 miles

🔧 Reported issues for this Suzuki Swift

These are the most commonly reported problems on Suzuki Swift models (1984–2003), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.

1. Rear suspension trailing arm bushes (all body styles)

Rubber bushes on rear trailing arms crack and split from age/UV/road salt. · Typical repair: £150-£300 (bushes £40/set, 2-3hrs labour indie garage).

2. Body rust – sills, wheel arches, jacking points (all body styles)

Thin factory galvanising fails, rust bubbles/perforates from UK winters/salt. · Typical repair: £400-£1,200 (patch panels/welding, depends on extent).

3. Door lock mechanisms/central locking (all body styles)

Plastic gears in locks wear/strip, barrels seize from dirt. · Typical repair: £80-£200 per door (new barrels/gears cheap, 1hr labour).

1. Head Gasket Failure (Cooling System Stress)

Head gasket fails after prolonged overheating events, typically allowing hot combustion gases to leak into the cooling system.[1]

2. Cooling Fan Relay Failure

Electric radiator fan stops operating, leaving the engine prone to overheating during acceleration or sustained driving.[1]

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDA02 VWH
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine993cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeDA — Chester, Deeside to Shrewsbury
Age identifier02 — March 2002 to August 2002

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About DA02 VWH

What car is DA02 VWH?

DA02 VWH is a blue Suzuki Swift, petrol (993cc). First registered in Chester in 2002.

What is the mileage of DA02 VWH?

The last recorded mileage for DA02 VWH was 98,065 miles, recorded on 14 Aug 2018 during its most recent MOT test.

Has DA02 VWH passed its MOT?

DA02 VWH has had 16 MOT tests with an 81% pass rate (13 passes, 3 failures). It last was tested on 14 Aug 2018.

Is DA02 VWH ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, DA02 VWH is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2002, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.

How old is DA02 VWH?

DA02 VWH is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.