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GL52 TWE

2003 Suzuki Swift · Petrol · 993cc

Blue Registered in Maidstone, Garden of England · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2003
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 2003 Suzuki Swift Petrol 993cc has had 14 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 4 (71% pass rate). It has 34,455 miles on the clock, averaging 1,882 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 GL52 TWE

MOT Status
Due date passed
34,455
Last Mileage
Recorded
14
Total Tests
Since 2006
71%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 14 tests on record
1,882

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 reading34,455 miles
Reading date
Miles last year164
Average per year1,882
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for GL52 TWE 15k20k25k30k34k '06'16'13

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Full MOT Test History 14 tests on record

PASS
Mileage34,455 miles
Since last MOT+164 miles
FAIL
Mileage34,291 miles
Since last MOT+14,997 miles
PASS
Mileage19,294 miles
Since last MOT+16,235 miles
PASS
Mileage3,059 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage3,059 miles
PASS
Mileage86,987 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage86,987 miles
Since last MOT+16,880 miles
PASS
Mileage70,107 miles
Since last MOT+19,136 miles
FAIL
Mileage50,971 miles
Since last MOT+20,548 miles
PASS
Mileage30,423 miles
Since last MOT+1,120 miles
PASS
Mileage29,303 miles
Since last MOT+6,971 miles
PASS
Mileage22,332 miles
Since last MOT+6,228 miles
PASS
Mileage16,104 miles
Since last MOT+1,323 miles
PASS
Mileage14,781 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

RegistrationGL52 TWE
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine993cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeGL — Maidstone, Garden of England
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About GL52 TWE

What car is GL52 TWE?

GL52 TWE is a blue Suzuki Swift, petrol (993cc). First registered in Maidstone in 2003.

What is the mileage of GL52 TWE?

The last recorded mileage for GL52 TWE was 34,455 miles, recorded on 5 Aug 2016 during its most recent MOT test.

Has GL52 TWE passed its MOT?

GL52 TWE has had 14 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (10 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 5 Aug 2016.

Is GL52 TWE ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, GL52 TWE 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 GL52 TWE?

GL52 TWE is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.