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FV52 NZO

2002 Suzuki Swift · Petrol · 993cc

Blue Registered in Lincoln, 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 30 MOT tests on record, passing 21 and failing 9 (70% pass rate). It has 63,104 miles on the clock, averaging 2,281 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 FV52 NZO

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
63,104
Last Mileage
Recorded
30
Total Tests
Since 2005
70%
Pass Rate
21 passed, 9 failed

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

9

MOT failures recorded

Out of 30 tests on record
2,281

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 reading63,104 miles
Reading date
Miles last year7,995
Average per year2,281
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for FV52 NZO 17k29k40k52k63k '05'26'16

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Full MOT Test History 30 tests on record

PASS
Mileage63,104 miles
Since last MOT+7,995 miles
PASS
Mileage55,109 miles
Since last MOT+69 miles
FAIL
Mileage55,040 miles
Since last MOT+3,484 miles
PASS
Mileage51,556 miles
Since last MOT+14 miles
FAIL
Mileage51,542 miles
Since last MOT+2,911 miles
PASS
Mileage48,631 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage48,631 miles
Since last MOT+2,441 miles
PASS
Mileage46,190 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage46,190 miles
Since last MOT+2,915 miles
PASS
Mileage43,275 miles
Since last MOT+1,104 miles
PASS
Mileage42,171 miles
Since last MOT+127 miles
PASS
Mileage42,044 miles
Since last MOT+392 miles
PASS
Mileage41,652 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage41,652 miles
Since last MOT+244 miles
PASS
Mileage41,408 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage41,408 miles
Since last MOT+860 miles
PASS
Mileage40,548 miles
Since last MOT+1,400 miles
PASS
Mileage39,148 miles
Since last MOT+4,022 miles
PASS
Mileage35,126 miles
Since last MOT+1,621 miles
PASS
Mileage33,505 miles
Since last MOT+791 miles
PASS
Mileage32,714 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage32,714 miles
Since last MOT+1,011 miles
PASS
Mileage31,703 miles
Since last MOT+948 miles
PASS
Mileage30,755 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage30,755 miles
Since last MOT+2,871 miles
PASS
Mileage27,884 miles
Since last MOT+1,710 miles
PASS
Mileage26,174 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage26,174 miles
Since last MOT+3,477 miles
PASS
Mileage22,697 miles
Since last MOT+5,572 miles
PASS
Mileage17,125 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

RegistrationFV52 NZO
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine993cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeFV — Lincoln, Forest and Fens
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About FV52 NZO

What car is FV52 NZO?

FV52 NZO is an blue Suzuki Swift, petrol (993cc). First registered in Lincoln in 2002.

What is the mileage of FV52 NZO?

The last recorded mileage for FV52 NZO was 63,104 miles, recorded on 10 Feb 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FV52 NZO passed its MOT?

FV52 NZO has had 30 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (21 passes, 9 failures). It last passed on 10 Feb 2026.

Is FV52 NZO ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, FV52 NZO 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 FV52 NZO?

FV52 NZO is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.