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BJ03 UPR

2003 Suzuki Swift

Blue Petrol 993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Mar 2018
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

84,128 mi
Last recorded84,128 miles
Recorded on14 Mar 2017
Typical for 2003 Suzuki Swift43,066 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ03 UPR
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine993cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Mar 2017 84,128 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2017 83,817 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 24 Sep 2015 65,106 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 23 Apr 2014 53,506 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2014 53,506 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Pass 18 Mar 2013 44,286 miles

Corrosion to some areas under vehicle

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 22 Mar 2012 36,658 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 20 Mar 2012 36,626 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously deteriorated, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 25 Mar 2011 25,412 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2010 18,011 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2010 18,011 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 30 Mar 2009 11,615 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2008 5,845 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2007 3,786 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2006 3,535 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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BJ03 UPR is a 2003 Suzuki Swift in Blue with a 993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 BJ03 UPR, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BJ03 UPR registered?

BJ03 UPR is a 2003 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 31 March 2003.

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The MOT history for BJ03 UPR shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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