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BL52 FWP

2003 Suzuki Swift

Red Petrol 993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Aug 2015
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

56,546 mi
Last recorded56,546 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2014
Typical for 2003 Suzuki Swift43,066 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBL52 FWP
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine993cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2014 56,546 miles

corrosion on exhaust.

offside rear tyre on legal limit.

service brake efficiency 51%.

Fail 21 Aug 2014 56,546 miles

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

Offside Front Road wheel bead rim badly distorted (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

corrosion on exhaust.

nearside rear tyre worn close to limit and metal in tread.

offside front tyre is being damaged by wheel trim.

offside rear tyre on legal limit.

Pass 16 Aug 2013 51,974 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2013 51,974 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 29 May 2012 48,817 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2011 48,009 miles

offside mirror damaged but serviceable

Pass 12 Jan 2010 44,673 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2009 40,391 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2008 35,394 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2007 30,752 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2006 24,867 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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BL52 FWP is a 2003 Suzuki Swift in Red 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 BL52 FWP, 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 BL52 FWP registered?

BL52 FWP is a 2003 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 11 January 2003.

Is BL52 FWP safe to buy?

The MOT history for BL52 FWP 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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