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FY03 FPL

2003 Suzuki Swift

Blue Petrol 993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Apr 2027
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

35,542 mi
Last recorded35,542 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2026
Typical for 2003 Suzuki Swift43,066 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY03 FPL
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine993cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2026 35,542 miles

all four springs rusty

all four tyres cracking

front and rear suspension rusty

front discs rusty

under body rusty

Pass 4 Feb 2025 35,416 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2024 35,251 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2023 35,170 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2022 35,119 miles

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

Pass 10 Mar 2021 35,088 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2020 35,018 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2019 34,252 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2018 33,434 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2017 32,724 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2017 32,724 miles

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

Pass 8 Mar 2016 32,014 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2015 31,313 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2014 30,828 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2013 30,402 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2012 28,313 miles

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

Pass 8 Mar 2011 25,912 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2010 23,415 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2009 20,551 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2008 84,439 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2007 11,014 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2006 7,274 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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FY03 FPL 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 95.5%.

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 FY03 FPL, 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 FY03 FPL?

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What year was FY03 FPL registered?

FY03 FPL is a 2003 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 22 March 2003.

Is FY03 FPL safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY03 FPL shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FY03 FPL have outstanding finance?

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