Vehicle summary
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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 3 (80% pass rate). It has 86,851 miles on the clock, averaging 4,864 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 KD02 KAE
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 86,851 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 4,864 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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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 | KD02 KAE |
| Make | Suzuki |
| Model | Swift |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 993cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | KD — Northampton, Luton and Northampton |
| Age identifier | 02 — March 2002 to August 2002 |
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About KD02 KAE
What car is KD02 KAE?
KD02 KAE is a silver Suzuki Swift, petrol (993cc). First registered in Northampton in 2002.
What is the mileage of KD02 KAE?
The last recorded mileage for KD02 KAE was 86,851 miles, recorded on 18 Sep 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has KD02 KAE passed its MOT?
KD02 KAE has had 15 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (12 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 18 Sep 2017.
Is KD02 KAE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, KD02 KAE 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 KD02 KAE?
KD02 KAE is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.