Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2002 Suzuki Swift Petrol 993cc has had 1 MOT test on record, passing every one. It has 18,946 miles on the clock at the last MOT. 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 GL02 TYV
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Full MOT Test History 1 test on record
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
| Registration | GL02 TYV |
| Make | Suzuki |
| Model | Swift |
| Colour | Green |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 993cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GL — Maidstone, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 02 — March 2002 to August 2002 |
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About GL02 TYV
What car is GL02 TYV?
GL02 TYV is a green Suzuki Swift, petrol (993cc). First registered in Maidstone in 2002.
What is the mileage of GL02 TYV?
The last recorded mileage for GL02 TYV was 18,946 miles, recorded on 5 Dec 2006 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GL02 TYV passed its MOT?
GL02 TYV has had 1 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (1 pass, 0 failures). It last passed on 5 Dec 2006.
Is GL02 TYV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GL02 TYV 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 GL02 TYV?
GL02 TYV is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.