2002 Suzuki Wagon-R+ 1.3L Petrol · KV02 KOH
2002 Suzuki Wagon-R+ (1.3L, petrol). First registered 01 Mar 2002. Recorded mileage 123,834 miles. MOT expired on 26 Oct 2020.
- Make & Model
- SUZUKI WAGON-R+
- Year / Origin
- 2002 · Northampton
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 26 Oct 2020
- Road Tax
- Untaxed (11 May 2021)
- Recorded Mileage
- 123,834 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 1.3L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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KV02 KOH Key Findings
- 20 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 03/04/2019
- 123,834 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 6 historical MOT failures
- 11 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (23 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
KV02 KOH MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
20 MOT tests are recorded for this 2002 Suzuki Wagon-R+ (KV02 KOH) between February 2006 and April 2019.
The record contains 14 passes and 6 failures.
The most recent test on 03 April 2019 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 6 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (23 issues), Tyres (17 issues), Suspension (6 issues), Steering (6 issues), Windscreen (5 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 64 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))”; “Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened trailing arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))”; “Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases silencer (6.1.2 (a))”.
KV02 KOH Mileage History
- 23/02/200639,874 mi
- 02/03/200749,145 mi+9,271 mi
- 02/03/200749,146 mi+1 mi
- 26/02/200856,798 mi+7,652 mi
- 05/03/200960,858 mi+4,060 mi
- 03/03/201068,251 mi+7,393 mi
- 16/02/201170,900 mi+2,649 mi
- 22/02/20120 mi-70,900 mi
- 13/02/20130 mi
- 20/02/20130 mi
- 27/02/201475,652 mi+75,652 mi
- 07/03/201475,652 mi
- 05/03/201576,849 mi+1,197 mi
- 05/03/201576,849 mi
- 16/03/201677,732 mi+883 mi
- 27/04/201778,692 mi+960 mi
- 19/04/2018100,442 mi+21,750 mi
- 25/04/2018100,951 mi+509 mi
- 28/03/2019123,360 mi+22,409 mi
- 03/04/2019123,834 mi+474 mi
Average of roughly 6,406 miles per year across 20 recorded odometer readings.
Recorded mileage decreased between one or more tests — a potential clocking indicator worth verifying before purchase.
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Known faults for Suzuki Suzuki Wagon R+
Our database tracks 3 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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- Rear Axle Beam and Suspension Mount CorrosionSerious
The tubular rear axle beam and trailing arm mounting brackets on the second-generation Wagon R+ are prone to severe structural corrosion in the wet and salty UK climate. Road salt and water thrown up from the rear tyres collect in the spring seat cups and welded seams of the rear beam. Over time, internal rust flakes and structural thinning weaken the axle mounting structure, resulting in cracked weld seams, dangerous suspension misalignment, and automatic MOT test failure.
- EGR Valve Carbon Clogging (1.3 G13BB / M13A)Moderate
On the 1.3-litre petrol engines, the exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) valve frequently becomes choked with carbon soot, especially on vehicles predominantly used for short urban shopping journeys. When carbon deposits prevent the valve pintle from sealing properly, exhaust gas leaks into the intake manifold at idle and low engine speeds. This causes hunting idle revs, stumbling under gentle acceleration, engine stalling at traffic junctions, and elevated emissions.
- Manual Gearbox Fifth Gear Pop-Out and Synchro WearModerate
The five-speed manual transmission fitted to the Wagon R+ can develop wear on the fifth gear synchroniser ring and selector hub engagement teeth. Because fifth gear sits at the outer end of the gearbox casing where lubrication can become marginal during prolonged low-fluid running, the engagement dogs round off over high mileage. Under acceleration or when releasing the throttle in fifth gear, the gear lever will abruptly kick or pop out into neutral.
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