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LC52 TVD

2003 Suzuki Swift · Petrol · 993cc

Blue Registered in Wimbledon, London · 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 12 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 3 (75% pass rate). It has 51,867 miles on the clock, averaging 4,348 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 LC52 TVD

MOT Status
Due date passed
51,867
Last Mileage
Recorded
12
Total Tests
Since 2006
75%
Pass Rate
9 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 12 tests on record
4,348

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 reading51,867 miles
Reading date
Miles last year2
Average per year4,348
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for LC52 TVD 13k22k32k42k52k '06'15'11

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Full MOT Test History 12 tests on record

PASS
Mileage51,867 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage51,865 miles
Since last MOT+2,586 miles
PASS
Mileage49,279 miles
Since last MOT+4,839 miles
PASS
Mileage44,440 miles
Since last MOT+4,770 miles
PASS
Mileage39,670 miles
Since last MOT+4,689 miles
PASS
Mileage34,981 miles
Since last MOT+3,986 miles
PASS
Mileage30,995 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage30,995 miles
Since last MOT+4,162 miles
FAIL
Mileage26,833 miles
Since last MOT+4,657 miles
PASS
Mileage22,176 miles
Since last MOT+3,353 miles
PASS
Mileage18,823 miles
Since last MOT+6,314 miles
PASS
Mileage12,509 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

RegistrationLC52 TVD
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine993cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeLC — Wimbledon, London
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About LC52 TVD

What car is LC52 TVD?

LC52 TVD is an blue Suzuki Swift, petrol (993cc). First registered in Wimbledon in 2003.

What is the mileage of LC52 TVD?

The last recorded mileage for LC52 TVD was 51,867 miles, recorded on 5 Feb 2015 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LC52 TVD passed its MOT?

LC52 TVD has had 12 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (9 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 5 Feb 2015.

Is LC52 TVD ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, LC52 TVD 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 LC52 TVD?

LC52 TVD is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.