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FM02 TWU

2002 Suzuki Swift · Petrol · 993cc

Green Registered in Nottingham, Forest and Fens · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2002
FuelPetrol
Engine993cc
ColourGreen
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 24 MOT tests on record, passing 19 and failing 5 (79% pass rate). It has 59,982 miles on the clock, averaging 2,048 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 FM02 TWU

MOT Status
Due date passed
59,982
Last Mileage
Recorded
24
Total Tests
Since 2006
79%
Pass Rate
19 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 24 tests on record
2,048

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading59,982 miles
Reading date
Miles last year3,993
Average per year2,048
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for FM02 TWU 19k30k40k50k60k '06'26'17

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Full MOT Test History 24 tests on record

FAIL
Mileage59,982 miles
Since last MOT+3,993 miles
PASS
Mileage55,989 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage55,989 miles
Since last MOT+2,156 miles
PASS
Mileage53,833 miles
Since last MOT+2,581 miles
PASS
Mileage51,252 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage51,252 miles
Since last MOT+1,613 miles
PASS
Mileage49,639 miles
Since last MOT+1,005 miles
PASS
Mileage48,634 miles
Since last MOT+2,067 miles
PASS
Mileage46,567 miles
Since last MOT+668 miles
PASS
Mileage45,899 miles
Since last MOT+2,905 miles
PASS
Mileage42,994 miles
Since last MOT+769 miles
PASS
Mileage42,225 miles
Since last MOT+510 miles
PASS
Mileage41,715 miles
Since last MOT+524 miles
PASS
Mileage41,191 miles
Since last MOT+547 miles
PASS
Mileage40,644 miles
Since last MOT+680 miles
PASS
Mileage39,964 miles
Since last MOT+434 miles
PASS
Mileage39,530 miles
Since last MOT+581 miles
PASS
Mileage38,949 miles
Since last MOT+1,189 miles
PASS
Mileage37,760 miles
Since last MOT+1,419 miles
PASS
Mileage36,341 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage36,339 miles
Since last MOT+2,637 miles
FAIL
Mileage33,702 miles
Since last MOT+7,030 miles
PASS
Mileage26,672 miles
Since last MOT+7,315 miles
PASS
Mileage19,357 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

RegistrationFM02 TWU
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine993cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeFM — Nottingham, Forest and Fens
Age identifier02 — March 2002 to August 2002

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About FM02 TWU

What car is FM02 TWU?

FM02 TWU is an green Suzuki Swift, petrol (993cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2002.

What is the mileage of FM02 TWU?

The last recorded mileage for FM02 TWU was 59,982 miles, recorded on 5 Mar 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FM02 TWU passed its MOT?

FM02 TWU has had 24 MOT tests with a 79% pass rate (19 passes, 5 failures). It last was tested on 5 Mar 2026.

Is FM02 TWU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, FM02 TWU 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 FM02 TWU?

FM02 TWU is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.