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HD02 HCV

2002 Suzuki Swift · Petrol · 993cc

Red Registered in Bournemouth, Hampshire and Dorset · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2002
FuelPetrol
Engine993cc
ColourRed
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 22 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 7 (68% pass rate). It has 88,781 miles on the clock, averaging 4,987 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 HD02 HCV

MOT Status
Due date passed
88,781
Last Mileage
Recorded
22
Total Tests
Since 2006
68%
Pass Rate
15 passed, 7 failed

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

7

MOT failures recorded

Out of 22 tests on record
4,987

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading88,781 miles
Reading date
Average per year4,987
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for HD02 HCV 15k34k52k70k89k '06'21'15

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Full MOT Test History 22 tests on record

PASS
Mileage88,781 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage88,781 miles
Since last MOT+6,461 miles
PASS
Mileage82,320 miles
Since last MOT+5 miles
FAIL
Mileage82,315 miles
Since last MOT+4,338 miles
PASS
Mileage77,977 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage77,977 miles
Since last MOT+251 miles
PASS
Mileage77,726 miles
Since last MOT+240 miles
FAIL
Mileage77,486 miles
Since last MOT+14,405 miles
PASS
Mileage63,081 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage63,081 miles
Since last MOT+12,844 miles
PASS
Mileage50,237 miles
Since last MOT+5,246 miles
PASS
Mileage44,991 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage44,991 miles
Since last MOT+1,841 miles
PASS
Mileage43,150 miles
Since last MOT+2,678 miles
PASS
Mileage40,472 miles
Since last MOT+5,160 miles
PASS
Mileage35,312 miles
Since last MOT+4,281 miles
PASS
Mileage31,031 miles
Since last MOT+3,867 miles
PASS
Mileage27,164 miles
Since last MOT+5,827 miles
PASS
Mileage21,337 miles
Since last MOT+53 miles
FAIL
Mileage21,284 miles
Since last MOT+2,305 miles
PASS
Mileage18,979 miles
Since last MOT+3,840 miles
PASS
Mileage15,139 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

RegistrationHD02 HCV
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine993cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeHD — Bournemouth, Hampshire and Dorset
Age identifier02 — March 2002 to August 2002

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About HD02 HCV

What car is HD02 HCV?

HD02 HCV is an red Suzuki Swift, petrol (993cc). First registered in Bournemouth in 2002.

What is the mileage of HD02 HCV?

The last recorded mileage for HD02 HCV was 88,781 miles, recorded on 16 Apr 2021 during its most recent MOT test.

Has HD02 HCV passed its MOT?

HD02 HCV has had 22 MOT tests with a 68% pass rate (15 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 16 Apr 2021.

Is HD02 HCV ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, HD02 HCV 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 HD02 HCV?

HD02 HCV is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.