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GL52 YWU

2003 Suzuki Swift · Petrol · 993cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2003
FuelPetrol
Engine993cc
ColourRed
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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 7 (61% pass rate). It has 103,784 miles on the clock, averaging 6,713 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 GL52 YWU

MOT Status
Due date passed
103,784
Last Mileage
Recorded
18
Total Tests
Since 2006
61%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 7 failed

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

7

MOT failures recorded

Out of 18 tests on record
6,713

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

Below average
Latest reading103,784 miles
Reading date
Miles last year4,183
Average per year6,713
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for GL52 YWU 26k46k65k84k104k '06'17'12

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Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record

FAIL
Mileage103,784 miles
Since last MOT+4,183 miles
PASS
Mileage99,601 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage99,601 miles
Since last MOT+1,477 miles
PASS
Mileage98,124 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage98,124 miles
Since last MOT+2,096 miles
PASS
Mileage96,028 miles
Since last MOT+4,112 miles
PASS
Mileage91,916 miles
Since last MOT+7,853 miles
PASS
Mileage84,063 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage84,063 miles
Since last MOT+11,726 miles
PASS
Mileage72,337 miles
Since last MOT+5,734 miles
PASS
Mileage66,603 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage66,603 miles
Since last MOT+7,332 miles
PASS
Mileage59,271 miles
Since last MOT+3,110 miles
PASS
Mileage56,161 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage56,158 miles
Since last MOT+8,349 miles
PASS
Mileage47,809 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage47,809 miles
Since last MOT+21,313 miles
PASS
Mileage26,496 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 YWU
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
ColourRed
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 YWU

What car is GL52 YWU?

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

What is the mileage of GL52 YWU?

The last recorded mileage for GL52 YWU was 103,784 miles, recorded on 25 Oct 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has GL52 YWU passed its MOT?

GL52 YWU has had 18 MOT tests with a 61% pass rate (11 passes, 7 failures). It last was tested on 25 Oct 2017.

Is GL52 YWU ULEZ compliant?

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

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