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FL52 OET

2002 Suzuki Swift · Petrol · 993cc

Blue Registered in Nottingham, Forest and Fens · 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 20 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 6 (70% pass rate). It has 57,062 miles on the clock, averaging 3,200 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 FL52 OET

MOT Status
Due date passed
57,062
Last Mileage
Recorded
20
Total Tests
Since 2005
70%
Pass Rate
14 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 20 tests on record
3,200

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 reading57,062 miles
Reading date
Average per year3,200
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for FL52 OET 13k24k35k46k57k '05'19'13

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Full MOT Test History 20 tests on record

PASS
Mileage57,062 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage57,062 miles
Since last MOT+8,377 miles
PASS
Mileage48,685 miles
Since last MOT+602 miles
FAIL
Mileage48,083 miles
Since last MOT+2,090 miles
PASS
Mileage45,993 miles
Since last MOT+3,812 miles
PASS
Mileage42,181 miles
Since last MOT+6 miles
FAIL
Mileage42,175 miles
Since last MOT+3,630 miles
PASS
Mileage38,545 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage38,543 miles
Since last MOT+2,752 miles
PASS
Mileage35,791 miles
Since last MOT+2,686 miles
PASS
Mileage33,105 miles
Since last MOT+3,327 miles
PASS
Mileage29,778 miles
Since last MOT+2,609 miles
PASS
Mileage27,169 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage27,166 miles
Since last MOT+2,771 miles
PASS
Mileage24,395 miles
Since last MOT+2,630 miles
PASS
Mileage21,765 miles
Since last MOT+2,334 miles
PASS
Mileage19,431 miles
Since last MOT+38 miles
FAIL
Mileage19,393 miles
Since last MOT+2,004 miles
PASS
Mileage17,389 miles
Since last MOT+4,423 miles
PASS
Mileage12,966 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

RegistrationFL52 OET
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine993cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeFL — Nottingham, Forest and Fens
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About FL52 OET

What car is FL52 OET?

FL52 OET is an blue Suzuki Swift, petrol (993cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2002.

What is the mileage of FL52 OET?

The last recorded mileage for FL52 OET was 57,062 miles, recorded on 4 May 2019 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FL52 OET passed its MOT?

FL52 OET has had 20 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (14 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 4 May 2019.

Is FL52 OET ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, FL52 OET 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 FL52 OET?

FL52 OET is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.