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At a glance
This 2003 Suzuki Swift Petrol 993cc has had 6 MOT tests on record, passing 5 and failing once (83% pass rate). It has 78,188 miles on the clock, averaging 8,771 miles per year, around 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 SCZ
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 78,188 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 7,267 |
| Average per year | 8,771 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 6 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 | FV52 SCZ |
| Make | Suzuki |
| Model | Swift |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 993cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | FV — Lincoln, Forest and Fens |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About FV52 SCZ
What car is FV52 SCZ?
FV52 SCZ is an red Suzuki Swift, petrol (993cc). First registered in Lincoln in 2003.
What is the mileage of FV52 SCZ?
The last recorded mileage for FV52 SCZ was 78,188 miles, recorded on 14 Sep 2010 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FV52 SCZ passed its MOT?
FV52 SCZ has had 6 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (5 passes, 1 failure). It last was tested on 14 Sep 2010.
Is FV52 SCZ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FV52 SCZ is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2003, 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 SCZ?
FV52 SCZ is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.