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At a glance
This 2002 Suzuki Swift Petrol 993cc has had 4 MOT tests on record, passing 3 and failing once (75% pass rate). It has 28,686 miles on the clock, averaging 5,440 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 MF52 EKJ
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 28,686 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 30 |
| Average per year | 5,440 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 4 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 | MF52 EKJ |
| Make | Suzuki |
| Model | Swift |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 993cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | MF — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About MF52 EKJ
What car is MF52 EKJ?
MF52 EKJ is an silver Suzuki Swift, petrol (993cc). First registered in Manchester in 2002.
What is the mileage of MF52 EKJ?
The last recorded mileage for MF52 EKJ was 28,686 miles, recorded on 19 Oct 2007 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MF52 EKJ passed its MOT?
MF52 EKJ has had 4 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (3 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 19 Oct 2007.
Is MF52 EKJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MF52 EKJ 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 MF52 EKJ?
MF52 EKJ is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.