CarVerify

Free Car Check

DE03 JWL

2003 Suzuki Swift

Blue Petrol 993cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Aug 2010
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

65,358 mi
Last recorded65,358 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2009
Typical for 2003 Suzuki Swift43,066 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Suzuki
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE03 JWL
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine993cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2009 65,358 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Oil leak

o/s rear wing has accident damage

Fail 27 Aug 2009 65,358 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Oil leak

o/s rear wing has accident damage

Fail 29 Aug 2008 48,732 miles

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

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

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 29 Aug 2008 48,732 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2007 35,222 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2007 35,179 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)

Pass 14 Feb 2006 28,111 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
Full Suzuki Swift reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

DE03 JWL is a 2003 Suzuki Swift in Blue with a 993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 DE03 JWL, 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

How do I check the history of DE03 JWL?

You can check the full history of DE03 JWL by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was DE03 JWL registered?

DE03 JWL is a 2003 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 31 March 2003.

Is DE03 JWL safe to buy?

The MOT history for DE03 JWL shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DE03 JWL have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on DE03 JWL. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.