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BT53 UWG

2003 Suzuki Liana

Silver Petrol 1586cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Nov 2023
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

116,145 mi
Last recorded116,145 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2022
Typical for 2003 Suzuki Liana60,179 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT53 UWG
MakeSuzuki
ModelLiana
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,586cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2022 116,145 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 6 Nov 2022 116,034 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 21 Oct 2022 115,456 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Oct 2021 106,171 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2020 101,052 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Jun 2019 99,525 miles

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Steering rack leaking oil (Slight)

Fail 11 Jun 2019 99,525 miles

Offside Rear Seat belt buckle missing (7.1.2 (d))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Steering rack leaking oil (Slight)

Pass 15 Jun 2018 98,521 miles

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Jun 2017 95,802 miles

Nearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Fail 5 Jun 2017 95,802 miles

Nearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 7 Jun 2016 90,493 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2016 90,493 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 21 May 2015 84,224 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 10 Jun 2014 80,486 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2013 72,284 miles

Exhaust rear section corroded.

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

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 9 Jan 2012 58,042 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2011 49,509 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Spare tyre defective

Pass 17 Dec 2009 43,498 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2008 41,260 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2007 34,838 miles

n/s/r tyre slightly deflated

Pass 12 Dec 2006 28,096 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki Liana?

Based on 173,088 MOT tests across 11,764 vehicles.

73.6%
Pass Rate
5,694
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
11,764
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 9,027
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 4,766
constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc 4,309
Brake pipe excessively corroded 4,061
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 3,736
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BT53 UWG is a 2003 Suzuki Liana in Silver with a 1,586cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

Across all 2003 Suzuki Liana models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.0% with a typical mileage of 60,179 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Suzuki Liana fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 9,027 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BT53 UWG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki Liana typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 23 years old, this Suzuki Liana is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was BT53 UWG registered?

BT53 UWG is a 2003 Suzuki Liana, first registered on 10 December 2003.

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The MOT history for BT53 UWG shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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