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HJ03 VLR

2003 Suzuki Swift

Red Petrol 993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Aug 2016
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

36,258 mi
Last recorded36,258 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2015
Typical for 2003 Suzuki Swift43,066 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHJ03 VLR
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine993cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Aug 2015 36,258 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2014 31,789 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2013 30,954 miles

both rear tyres have multiple cuts in tread

Pass 11 Jul 2012 30,366 miles

(outer) front pads not visible

n/s/r tyre cut but not to core

Fail 20 Jul 2011 29,063 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)

Pass 20 Jul 2011 29,063 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2010 27,311 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2009 24,124 miles

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

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

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

Pass 22 Feb 2007 18,669 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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HJ03 VLR is a 2003 Suzuki Swift in Red with a 993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 HJ03 VLR, 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 HJ03 VLR registered?

HJ03 VLR is a 2003 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 17 March 2003.

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The MOT history for HJ03 VLR shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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