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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 85,693 miles on the clock, averaging 5,913 miles per year, 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 VUW
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 85,693 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,532 |
| Average per year | 5,913 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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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 | FM02 VUW |
| Make | Suzuki |
| Model | Swift |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 993cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | FM — Nottingham, Forest and Fens |
| Age identifier | 02 — March 2002 to August 2002 |
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About FM02 VUW
What car is FM02 VUW?
FM02 VUW is an blue Suzuki Swift, petrol (993cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2002.
What is the mileage of FM02 VUW?
The last recorded mileage for FM02 VUW was 85,693 miles, recorded on 17 Aug 2015 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FM02 VUW passed its MOT?
FM02 VUW has had 15 MOT tests with a 60% pass rate (9 passes, 6 failures). It last was tested on 17 Aug 2015.
Is FM02 VUW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FM02 VUW 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 VUW?
FM02 VUW is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.