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BT52 VSL

2003 Suzuki Swift

Silver Petrol 993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Nov 2017
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

61,023 mi
Last recorded61,023 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2016
Typical for 2003 Suzuki Swift43,066 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT52 VSL
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine993cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Nov 2016 61,023 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2016 61,021 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

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

Pass 27 Oct 2015 56,569 miles

Offside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill - centre area (5.2.6)

Pass 4 Nov 2014 50,837 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2013 46,769 miles

slight noise from o/s/r wheel bearing

Pass 2 Oct 2012 42,626 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2011 41,656 miles

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

Pass 25 Oct 2010 38,023 miles

SLIGHT LEAK ON FRONT EXHAUST PIPE

Pass 22 Oct 2009 33,554 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2009 33,554 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

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

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

Fail 14 Oct 2008 29,941 miles

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

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 14 Oct 2008 29,941 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2007 23,791 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2006 15,977 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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BT52 VSL is a 2003 Suzuki Swift in Silver with a 993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 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 BT52 VSL, 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 BT52 VSL registered?

BT52 VSL is a 2003 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 10 February 2003.

Is BT52 VSL safe to buy?

The MOT history for BT52 VSL shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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