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BF03 LCE

2003 Suzuki Swift

Silver Petrol 993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Aug 2015
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

40,211 mi
Last recorded40,211 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2014
Typical for 2003 Suzuki Swift43,066 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF03 LCE
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine993cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2014 40,211 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

nsf tyre cracking to the tread

Fail 11 Apr 2013 37,232 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 11 Apr 2013 37,232 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Pass 6 Mar 2012 34,040 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2012 34,040 miles

Offside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Pass 2 Mar 2011 31,023 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2010 27,893 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2009 24,162 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2008 20,958 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2007 17,952 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2006 14,096 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki Swift?

Based on 2,247,517 MOT tests across 189,488 vehicles.

76.1%
Pass Rate
5,184
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
189,488
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 45,954
Brake pipe excessively corroded 39,596
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 30,285
position lamp(s) not working 21,526
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 21,472
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BF03 LCE is a 2003 Suzuki Swift in Silver with a 993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2003 Suzuki Swift models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.6% with a typical mileage of 43,066 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Suzuki Swift fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 45,954 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BF03 LCE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki Swift typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 23 years old, this Suzuki Swift is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was BF03 LCE registered?

BF03 LCE is a 2003 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 1 March 2003.

Is BF03 LCE safe to buy?

The MOT history for BF03 LCE shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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