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BJ03 XPR

2003 Suzuki Swift

Blue Petrol 993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Apr 2018
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

66,909 mi
Last recorded66,909 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2017
Typical for 2003 Suzuki Swift43,066 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ03 XPR
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine993cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2017 66,909 miles

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

Fail 26 Apr 2017 66,909 miles

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 28 Apr 2016 61,474 miles

nearside rear light unit insecure

Fail 28 Apr 2016 61,474 miles

Front position lamp(s) not working both sides (1.1.A.3b)

nearside rear light unit insecure

Pass 29 Apr 2015 55,915 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2015 55,899 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 29 Apr 2014 50,649 miles

nearside rear light unit slightly insecure

slight movement in nearside rear top shock mount

Pass 25 Apr 2013 45,481 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2013 45,428 miles

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

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

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 14 Apr 2012 41,519 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2011 32,641 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 16 Apr 2011 32,555 miles

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 12 Apr 2010 23,048 miles

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

Pass 20 Apr 2009 18,896 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2008 14,656 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2007 12,120 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2006 9,463 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2006 9,463 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

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 XPR is a 2003 Suzuki Swift in Blue with a 993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 BJ03 XPR, 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 XPR registered?

BJ03 XPR is a 2003 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 30 March 2003.

Is BJ03 XPR safe to buy?

The MOT history for BJ03 XPR shows 18 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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