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OV52 NLC

2002 Suzuki Swift · Petrol · 993cc

Silver Registered in Oxford, Oxford · 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 7 MOT tests on record, passing 4 and failing 3 (57% pass rate). It has 56,177 miles on the clock, averaging 7,481 miles per year, around 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 OV52 NLC

MOT Status
Due date passed
56,177
Last Mileage
Recorded
7
Total Tests
Since 2006
57%
Pass Rate
4 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 7 tests on record
7,481

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading56,177 miles
Reading date
Miles last year7,606
Average per year7,481
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for OV52 NLC 24k32k40k48k56k '06'10'08

Check OV52 NLC

Full MOT Test History 7 tests on record

FAIL
Mileage56,177 miles
Since last MOT+7,606 miles
PASS
Mileage48,571 miles
Since last MOT+11,533 miles
PASS
Mileage37,038 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage37,038 miles
Since last MOT+6,431 miles
PASS
Mileage30,607 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage30,607 miles
Since last MOT+6,979 miles
PASS
Mileage23,628 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

RegistrationOV52 NLC
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine993cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeOV — Oxford, Oxford
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About OV52 NLC

What car is OV52 NLC?

OV52 NLC is an silver Suzuki Swift, petrol (993cc). First registered in Oxford in 2002.

What is the mileage of OV52 NLC?

The last recorded mileage for OV52 NLC was 56,177 miles, recorded on 4 Jun 2010 during its most recent MOT test.

Has OV52 NLC passed its MOT?

OV52 NLC has had 7 MOT tests with a 57% pass rate (4 passes, 3 failures). It last was tested on 4 Jun 2010.

Is OV52 NLC ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, OV52 NLC 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 OV52 NLC?

OV52 NLC is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.