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At a glance
This 2002 Suzuki Swift Petrol 993cc has had 20 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 9 (55% pass rate). It has 20,135 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 GV02 VWE
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Mileage Analysis
| Latest reading | 20,135 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 20 tests 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 | GV02 VWE |
| Make | Suzuki |
| Model | Swift |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 993cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GV — Brighton, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 02 — March 2002 to August 2002 |
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About GV02 VWE
What car is GV02 VWE?
GV02 VWE is a red Suzuki Swift, petrol (993cc). First registered in Brighton in 2002.
What is the mileage of GV02 VWE?
The last recorded mileage for GV02 VWE was 20,135 miles, recorded on 4 Mar 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GV02 VWE passed its MOT?
GV02 VWE has had 20 MOT tests with a 55% pass rate (11 passes, 9 failures). It last passed on 4 Mar 2019.
Is GV02 VWE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GV02 VWE 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 GV02 VWE?
GV02 VWE is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.