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KL52 UPV

2003 Suzuki Swift · Petrol · 993cc

Blue Registered in Northampton, Luton and Northampton · 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 22 MOT tests on record, passing 20 and failing 2 (91% pass rate). It has 31,232 miles on the clock, averaging 1,381 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 KL52 UPV

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
31,232
Last Mileage
Recorded
22
Total Tests
Since 2006
91%
Pass Rate
20 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 22 tests on record
1,381

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 reading31,232 miles
Reading date
Miles last year4
Average per year1,381
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for KL52 UPV 3k10k17k24k31k '06'26'17

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Full MOT Test History 22 tests on record

PASS
Mileage31,232 miles
Since last MOT+4 miles
FAIL
Mileage31,228 miles
Since last MOT+14 miles
PASS
Mileage31,214 miles
Since last MOT+1,500 miles
PASS
Mileage29,714 miles
Since last MOT+3,646 miles
PASS
Mileage26,068 miles
Since last MOT+2,813 miles
PASS
Mileage23,255 miles
Since last MOT+2,874 miles
PASS
Mileage20,381 miles
Since last MOT+1,546 miles
PASS
Mileage18,835 miles
Since last MOT+537 miles
PASS
Mileage18,298 miles
Since last MOT+420 miles
PASS
Mileage17,878 miles
Since last MOT+363 miles
PASS
Mileage17,515 miles
Since last MOT+972 miles
PASS
Mileage16,543 miles
Since last MOT+1,044 miles
PASS
Mileage15,499 miles
Since last MOT+922 miles
PASS
Mileage14,577 miles
Since last MOT+700 miles
PASS
Mileage13,877 miles
Since last MOT+1,269 miles
PASS
Mileage12,608 miles
Since last MOT+1,304 miles
PASS
Mileage11,304 miles
Since last MOT+1,474 miles
PASS
Mileage9,830 miles
Since last MOT+1,364 miles
PASS
Mileage8,466 miles
Since last MOT+1,150 miles
PASS
Mileage7,316 miles
Since last MOT+1,607 miles
FAIL
Mileage5,709 miles
Since last MOT+2,271 miles
PASS
Mileage3,438 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

RegistrationKL52 UPV
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine993cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeKL — Northampton, Luton and Northampton
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About KL52 UPV

What car is KL52 UPV?

KL52 UPV is a blue Suzuki Swift, petrol (993cc). First registered in Northampton in 2003.

What is the mileage of KL52 UPV?

The last recorded mileage for KL52 UPV was 31,232 miles, recorded on 18 Mar 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has KL52 UPV passed its MOT?

KL52 UPV has had 22 MOT tests with an 91% pass rate (20 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 18 Mar 2026.

Is KL52 UPV ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, KL52 UPV 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 KL52 UPV?

KL52 UPV is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.