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FV03 UFJ

2003 Suzuki Swift

Red Petrol 993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Aug 2014
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

50,241 mi
Last recorded50,241 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2013
Typical for 2003 Suzuki Swift43,066 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV03 UFJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine993cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2013 50,241 miles

frnt exhaust slightly corroded

Pass 27 Feb 2013 48,511 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2013 48,511 miles

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 24 Feb 2012 40,782 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2012 40,782 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

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

Pass 25 Feb 2011 36,420 miles
Pass 14 May 2010 35,901 miles
Pass 16 May 2009 29,715 miles
Pass 19 May 2008 24,622 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 26 May 2007 19,114 miles
Fail 25 May 2007 19,114 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 18 May 2006 15,366 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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FV03 UFJ is a 2003 Suzuki Swift in Red with a 993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 FV03 UFJ, 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

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What year was FV03 UFJ registered?

FV03 UFJ is a 2003 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 30 May 2003.

Is FV03 UFJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV03 UFJ shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FV03 UFJ have outstanding finance?

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