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GD03 TBU

2003 Suzuki Swift

Blue Petrol 993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Nov 2016
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

36,211 mi
Last recorded36,211 miles
Recorded on16 Nov 2015
Typical for 2003 Suzuki Swift43,066 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGD03 TBU
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine993cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 Nov 2015 36,211 miles

Front Brake pad(s) modified but not seriously weakened n/s + o/s (3.5.1n)

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

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

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

Pass 17 Jan 2014 18,698 miles

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

Fail 16 Jan 2014 18,697 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

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

Pass 12 Jan 2013 15,098 miles
Fail 23 May 2011 14,134 miles

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

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

Pass 23 May 2011 14,134 miles

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

Pass 13 May 2010 736 miles

FRONT BRAKE DISCS & PADS WORN

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

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

Pass 14 May 2009 80,083 miles

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

noise from o/s/f wheel when spun

Fail 14 May 2009 80,083 miles

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

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

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

noise from o/s/f wheel when spun

Fail 15 May 2008 64,138 miles

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

Pass 15 May 2008 64,138 miles
Pass 17 May 2007 47,903 miles

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

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

Fail 17 May 2007 47,903 miles

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

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Pass 23 May 2006 34,630 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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GD03 TBU is a 2003 Suzuki Swift in Blue with a 993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 GD03 TBU, 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 GD03 TBU registered?

GD03 TBU is a 2003 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 30 June 2003.

Is GD03 TBU safe to buy?

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