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FL03 FWE

2003 Suzuki Swift

Red Petrol 993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Sep 2020
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

28,145 mi
Last recorded28,145 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2019
Typical for 2003 Suzuki Swift43,066 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL03 FWE
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine993cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2019 28,145 miles

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

under body has slight corrosion

Fail 5 Sep 2019 28,145 miles

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

Front Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

under body has slight corrosion

Pass 18 Sep 2018 118,853 miles

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

Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play both steering rack end (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play both (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear service brake only just passed required efficiency

Fail 17 Sep 2018 118,849 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play both steering rack end (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play both (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear service brake only just passed required efficiency

Pass 7 Sep 2017 107,242 miles

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

Rear service brake only just met required efficiency

Rear wheel bearing has slight play both (2.6.2)

Pass 1 Sep 2016 98,326 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play inner rod (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 7 Sep 2015 92,486 miles

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

Front coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)

Rear wheel bearing has slight play both (2.6.2)

Pass 17 Sep 2014 88,915 miles

Both front tyres small splits in tread

Pass 3 Sep 2013 86,377 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2012 78,547 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2011 71,878 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2010 58,577 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2009 50,036 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2008 40,862 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2007 31,478 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2006 20,849 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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FL03 FWE is a 2003 Suzuki Swift in Red with a 993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 FL03 FWE, 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 FL03 FWE registered?

FL03 FWE is a 2003 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 28 March 2003.

Is FL03 FWE safe to buy?

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