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LJ52 DAU

2002 Suzuki Swift · Petrol · 993cc

Silver Registered in Wimbledon, London · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2002
FuelPetrol
Engine993cc
ColourSilver
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 2002 Suzuki Swift Petrol 993cc has had 21 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 7 (67% pass rate). It has 88,745 miles on the clock, averaging 3,034 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 LJ52 DAU

MOT Status
Due date passed
88,745
Last Mileage
Recorded
21
Total Tests
Since 2005
67%
Pass Rate
14 passed, 7 failed

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

7

MOT failures recorded

Out of 21 tests on record
3,034

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading88,745 miles
Reading date
Average per year3,034
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for LJ52 DAU 43k54k66k77k89k '05'20'15

Check LJ52 DAU

Full MOT Test History 21 tests on record

PASS
Mileage88,745 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage88,745 miles
Since last MOT+3,635 miles
PASS
Mileage85,110 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage85,110 miles
Since last MOT+2,192 miles
PASS
Mileage82,918 miles
Since last MOT+44 miles
FAIL
Mileage82,874 miles
Since last MOT+1,700 miles
PASS
Mileage81,174 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage81,174 miles
Since last MOT+1,691 miles
PASS
Mileage79,483 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage79,483 miles
Since last MOT+1,745 miles
PASS
Mileage77,738 miles
Since last MOT+2,265 miles
PASS
Mileage75,473 miles
Since last MOT+2,505 miles
PASS
Mileage72,968 miles
Since last MOT+3,482 miles
PASS
Mileage69,486 miles
Since last MOT+2,828 miles
FAIL
Mileage66,658 miles
Since last MOT+3,879 miles
PASS
Mileage62,779 miles
Since last MOT+3,074 miles
FAIL
Mileage59,705 miles
Since last MOT+4,010 miles
PASS
Mileage55,695 miles
Since last MOT+3,578 miles
PASS
Mileage52,117 miles
Since last MOT+4,024 miles
PASS
Mileage48,093 miles
Since last MOT+5,171 miles
PASS
Mileage42,922 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

RegistrationLJ52 DAU
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine993cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeLJ — Wimbledon, London
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About LJ52 DAU

What car is LJ52 DAU?

LJ52 DAU is an silver Suzuki Swift, petrol (993cc). First registered in Wimbledon in 2002.

What is the mileage of LJ52 DAU?

The last recorded mileage for LJ52 DAU was 88,745 miles, recorded on 15 Oct 2020 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LJ52 DAU passed its MOT?

LJ52 DAU has had 21 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (14 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 15 Oct 2020.

Is LJ52 DAU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, LJ52 DAU 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 LJ52 DAU?

LJ52 DAU is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.