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BG03 XEF

2003 Suzuki Swift

Red Petrol 993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Nov 2020
Tests22 (14 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

58,244 mi
Last recorded58,244 miles
Recorded on28 May 2019
Typical for 2003 Suzuki Swift43,066 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG03 XEF
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine993cc

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MOT History

14 pass 8 fail
Pass 28 May 2019 58,244 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged missing ()

Fail 28 May 2019 58,244 miles

Bonnet primary retaining device ineffective (3.1 (c))

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged missing ()

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 21 Jul 2018 57,871 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Fail 21 Jul 2018 57,871 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Road wheel more than one fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Jul 2017 56,829 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2016 55,772 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2016 55,771 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 7 Jul 2015 54,780 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Jul 2014 53,142 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2014 53,142 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 8 Jul 2013 51,171 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2013 51,171 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 16 Jun 2012 48,258 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2012 48,258 miles

Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 6 Jul 2011 44,079 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2011 44,079 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 7 Jul 2010 40,155 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2009 35,049 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2009 35,049 miles

Rear registration plate obscured (6.3.1d)

Pass 30 Jun 2008 30,825 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2007 24,962 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2006 12,452 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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BG03 XEF is a 2003 Suzuki Swift in Red with a 993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BG03 XEF, 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 BG03 XEF registered?

BG03 XEF is a 2003 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 30 April 2003.

Is BG03 XEF safe to buy?

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