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WG52 FRV

2002 Suzuki Swift · Petrol · 993cc

Silver Registered in Exeter, West of England · 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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 4 (73% pass rate). It has 27,106 miles on the clock, averaging 1,877 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 WG52 FRV

MOT Status
Due date passed
27,106
Last Mileage
Recorded
15
Total Tests
Since 2005
73%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 15 tests on record
1,877

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading27,106 miles
Reading date
Average per year1,877
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for WG52 FRV 6k11k17k22k27k '05'17'13

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Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record

PASS
Mileage27,106 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage27,106 miles
Since last MOT+299 miles
PASS
Mileage26,807 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage26,807 miles
Since last MOT+290 miles
PASS
Mileage26,517 miles
Since last MOT+2,750 miles
PASS
Mileage23,767 miles
Since last MOT+5,452 miles
PASS
Mileage18,315 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage18,315 miles
Since last MOT+2,841 miles
PASS
Mileage15,474 miles
Since last MOT+2,637 miles
FAIL
Mileage12,837 miles
Since last MOT+3,359 miles
PASS
Mileage9,478 miles
Since last MOT+662 miles
PASS
Mileage8,816 miles
Since last MOT+696 miles
PASS
Mileage8,120 miles
Since last MOT+997 miles
PASS
Mileage7,123 miles
Since last MOT+859 miles
PASS
Mileage6,264 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

RegistrationWG52 FRV
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine993cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeWG — Exeter, West of England
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About WG52 FRV

What car is WG52 FRV?

WG52 FRV is a silver Suzuki Swift, petrol (993cc). First registered in Exeter in 2002.

What is the mileage of WG52 FRV?

The last recorded mileage for WG52 FRV was 27,106 miles, recorded on 19 Jan 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has WG52 FRV passed its MOT?

WG52 FRV has had 15 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (11 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 19 Jan 2017.

Is WG52 FRV ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, WG52 FRV 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 WG52 FRV?

WG52 FRV is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.