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At a glance
This 2002 Suzuki Swift Petrol 993cc has had 15 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 6 (60% pass rate). It has 27,267 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 AE52 KVA
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Mileage Analysis
| Latest reading | 27,267 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 15,394 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 15 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 | AE52 KVA |
| Make | Suzuki |
| Model | Swift |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 993cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AE — Peterborough, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About AE52 KVA
What car is AE52 KVA?
AE52 KVA is an silver Suzuki Swift, petrol (993cc). First registered in Peterborough in 2002.
What is the mileage of AE52 KVA?
The last recorded mileage for AE52 KVA was 27,267 miles, recorded on 11 Oct 2014 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AE52 KVA passed its MOT?
AE52 KVA has had 15 MOT tests with a 60% pass rate (9 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 11 Oct 2014.
Is AE52 KVA ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AE52 KVA 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 AE52 KVA?
AE52 KVA is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.