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At a glance
This 2003 Suzuki Swift Petrol 993cc has had 7 MOT tests on record, passing 5 and failing 2 (71% pass rate). It has 71,409 miles on the clock, averaging 10,173 miles per year, above 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 MW52 LRN
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 71,409 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 22,169 |
| Average per year | 10,173 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 7 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 | MW52 LRN |
| Make | Suzuki |
| Model | Swift |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 993cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | MW — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About MW52 LRN
What car is MW52 LRN?
MW52 LRN is an red Suzuki Swift, petrol (993cc). First registered in Manchester in 2003.
What is the mileage of MW52 LRN?
The last recorded mileage for MW52 LRN was 71,409 miles, recorded on 21 Nov 2011 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MW52 LRN passed its MOT?
MW52 LRN has had 7 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (5 passes, 2 failures). It last was tested on 21 Nov 2011.
Is MW52 LRN ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MW52 LRN 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 MW52 LRN?
MW52 LRN is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.