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WM52 ACV

2003 Suzuki Swift · Petrol · 993cc

Silver Registered in Bristol, West of England · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2003
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 2003 Suzuki Swift Petrol 993cc has had 15 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 3 (80% pass rate). It has 77,068 miles on the clock, averaging 4,816 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 WM52 ACV

MOT Status
Due date passed
77,068
Last Mileage
Recorded
15
Total Tests
Since 2006
80%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 15 tests on record
4,816

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading77,068 miles
Reading date
Miles last year9,259
Average per year4,816
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for WM52 ACV 12k28k44k61k77k '06'20'12

Check WM52 ACV

Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record

PASS
Mileage77,068 miles
Since last MOT+9,259 miles
PASS
Mileage67,809 miles
Since last MOT+52 miles
FAIL
Mileage67,757 miles
Since last MOT+7,185 miles
PASS
Mileage60,572 miles
Since last MOT+3,332 miles
PASS
Mileage57,240 miles
Since last MOT+5,009 miles
PASS
Mileage52,231 miles
Since last MOT+4,719 miles
PASS
Mileage47,512 miles
Since last MOT+4,618 miles
PASS
Mileage42,894 miles
Since last MOT+4,997 miles
PASS
Mileage37,897 miles
Since last MOT+6,401 miles
PASS
Mileage31,496 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage31,496 miles
Since last MOT+7,157 miles
PASS
Mileage24,339 miles
Since last MOT+4,593 miles
PASS
Mileage19,746 miles
Since last MOT+3,984 miles
FAIL
Mileage15,762 miles
Since last MOT+4,203 miles
PASS
Mileage11,559 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

RegistrationWM52 ACV
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine993cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeWM — Bristol, West of England
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About WM52 ACV

What car is WM52 ACV?

WM52 ACV is a silver Suzuki Swift, petrol (993cc). First registered in Bristol in 2003.

What is the mileage of WM52 ACV?

The last recorded mileage for WM52 ACV was 77,068 miles, recorded on 10 Feb 2020 during its most recent MOT test.

Has WM52 ACV passed its MOT?

WM52 ACV has had 15 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (12 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 10 Feb 2020.

Is WM52 ACV ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, WM52 ACV 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 WM52 ACV?

WM52 ACV is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.