2002 Suzuki Wagon-R+ 1.3L Petrol · FJ52 KUS
2002 Suzuki Wagon-R+ (1.3L, petrol). First registered 02 Sept 2002. Recorded mileage 80,100 miles. MOT expired on 17 Aug 2025.
- Make & Model
- SUZUKI WAGON-R+
- Year / Origin
- 2002 · Nottingham
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 17 Aug 2025
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 80,100 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.3L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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FJ52 KUS Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 19/08/2024
- 80,100 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 7 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (6 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
FJ52 KUS MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2002 Suzuki Wagon-R+ (FJ52 KUS) between June 2022 and August 2024.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 19 August 2024 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (6 issues), Lighting (5 issues), Brakes (4 issues), Steering (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 7 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 Outer Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))”; “Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the”; “Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt ”.
FJ52 KUS Mileage History
- 09/06/202269,406 mi
- 13/08/202269,784 mi+378 mi
- 08/08/202374,661 mi+4,877 mi
- 08/08/202374,661 mi
- 19/08/202480,100 mi+5,439 mi
Average of roughly 4,871 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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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
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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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