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FP03 BYH

2003 Suzuki Swift

Silver Petrol 993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Nov 2021
Tests23 (16 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate69.6%

Mileage

4,419 mi
Last recorded4,419 miles
Recorded on25 Oct 2021
Typical for 2003 Suzuki Swift43,066 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP03 BYH
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine993cc

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MOT History

16 pass 7 fail
Fail 25 Oct 2021 4,419 miles

Emissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced floor / sill panel corroded (7.1.1 (a) (i))

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Oct 2020 103,755 miles

Exhaust rear section corroded.

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

Offside centre floor has surface corrosion.

Pass 24 Oct 2019 3,191 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2019 3,191 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Oct 2018 1,892 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2018 1,892 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

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

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

Pass 16 Oct 2017 731 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2017 724 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 11 Oct 2016 98,768 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2016 98,753 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded valve to osr (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 19 Oct 2015 95,722 miles

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

Pass 7 Nov 2014 91,864 miles

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

Pass 27 Dec 2013 86,480 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 28 Dec 2012 78,634 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2011 70,536 miles

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

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

tracking is out

Fail 28 Dec 2011 70,534 miles

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

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

tracking is out

Pass 29 Dec 2010 61,972 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 29 Dec 2010 61,972 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

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

Pass 29 Dec 2009 53,539 miles

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

Pass 2 Jan 2009 45,316 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2008 35,310 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 2 Dec 2006 24,167 miles

both fronts ando/s/r tyre side walls cracking

Pass 25 Jan 2006 14,522 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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FP03 BYH is a 2003 Suzuki Swift in Silver with a 993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.6%.

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 FP03 BYH, 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 FP03 BYH registered?

FP03 BYH is a 2003 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 31 March 2003.

Is FP03 BYH safe to buy?

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