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GL52 UCF

2003 Suzuki Swift

Blue Petrol 993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Nov 2019
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

77,310 mi
Last recorded77,310 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2018
Typical for 2003 Suzuki Swift43,066 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL52 UCF
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine993cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2018 77,310 miles

Nearside floor is undersealed, may be hiding corrosion

Offside floor is undersealed, may be hiding corrosion

Offside sill has light corrosion and is undersealed

Fail 29 Oct 2018 77,275 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle n/s slow (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Offside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced central sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Aug 2017 67,410 miles

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Fail 23 Aug 2017 67,410 miles

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

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

Pass 27 Aug 2016 60,961 miles

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

Fail 27 Aug 2016 60,961 miles

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 22 Aug 2015 54,292 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2014 49,902 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

battery slightly loose (bolt missing)

o/s/r brake is slightly binding

some rust starting on the sills etc

Pass 28 Aug 2013 44,820 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

exhaust system slightly corroded

front lower cross member slightly rusty

fuel return pipes corroded

minor oil leak

nsf chassis leg has had previous repair

Pass 22 Aug 2012 39,261 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Fuel pipe slightly chafed (7.2.2)

deep cut in osr tyre but not exposing cords

deep cuts in both nsf and nsr but not exposing cords

nail in nsf tyre/ small cuts

osf indercator lense full of water

previous damage (repaired) to nsf chasis leg

Pass 9 Aug 2011 33,690 miles

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 Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

o/s/f indicator is damp

slight noise from both rear wheel bearings

Fail 9 Aug 2011 33,690 miles

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)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

o/s/f indicator is damp

slight noise from both rear wheel bearings

Pass 3 Aug 2010 30,138 miles

both rear tyres showing age , should be changed before winter

Pass 26 Aug 2009 27,069 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2008 22,338 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2007 19,109 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Aug 2006 15,036 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2006 15,036 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Fail 29 Jun 2006 15,002 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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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GL52 UCF is a 2003 Suzuki Swift in Blue with a 993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 GL52 UCF, 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 GL52 UCF registered?

GL52 UCF is a 2003 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 14 February 2003.

Is GL52 UCF safe to buy?

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