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DG03 VSL

2003 Suzuki Swift

Blue Petrol 993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Dec 2020
Tests22 (14 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

96,076 mi
Last recorded96,076 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2019
Typical for 2003 Suzuki Swift43,066 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG03 VSL
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine993cc

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MOT History

14 pass 8 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2019 96,076 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

vehicle has been welded from inside and heavily undersealed

Fail 29 May 2019 96,027 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength floor and floor to sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength floor and floor to sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Jun 2018 93,554 miles

Brake load sensing valve linkage defective but function not impaired (1.1.17 (a))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 1 Jun 2017 91,119 miles

Brake load sensing valve stiff (3.6.E.3)

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

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

Pass 6 Jun 2016 88,832 miles

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

fuel lines corroded

Fail 6 Jun 2016 88,832 miles

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

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (5.2.6)

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

fuel lines corroded

Pass 5 Jun 2015 86,341 miles

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

Fail 4 Jun 2015 86,340 miles

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

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

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

Pass 12 Jun 2014 83,926 miles

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

Nearside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Fail 12 Jun 2014 83,926 miles

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

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

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

Nearside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 3 Jun 2013 81,373 miles

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

fuel lines corroded

Fail 3 Jun 2013 81,373 miles

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

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

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

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

fuel lines corroded

Pass 13 Jun 2012 78,910 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2011 74,152 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2011 74,152 miles

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

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Fail 5 Mar 2010 70,555 miles

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 5 Mar 2010 70,555 miles

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

Pass 2 Mar 2009 63,917 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2008 55,875 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2007 48,867 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2007 48,853 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

Pass 22 Mar 2006 41,629 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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DG03 VSL is a 2003 Suzuki Swift in Blue with a 993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 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 DG03 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.

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What year was DG03 VSL registered?

DG03 VSL is a 2003 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 22 March 2003.

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