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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 10 MOT tests on record, passing every one. It has 51,376 miles on the clock, averaging 2,766 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 PO52 WZW
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 51,376 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 10,197 |
| Average per year | 2,766 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 10 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 | PO52 WZW |
| Make | Suzuki |
| Model | Swift |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 993cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | PO — Preston, Preston |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About PO52 WZW
What car is PO52 WZW?
PO52 WZW is a red Suzuki Swift, petrol (993cc). First registered in Preston in 2002.
What is the mileage of PO52 WZW?
The last recorded mileage for PO52 WZW was 51,376 miles, recorded on 27 Jan 2015 during its most recent MOT test.
Has PO52 WZW passed its MOT?
PO52 WZW has had 10 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (10 passes, 0 failures). It last passed on 27 Jan 2015.
Is PO52 WZW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, PO52 WZW 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 PO52 WZW?
PO52 WZW is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.