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HJ52 AYF

2003 Suzuki Swift

Blue Petrol 993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 May 2024
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

46,496 mi
Last recorded46,496 miles
Recorded on22 May 2023
Typical for 2003 Suzuki Swift43,066 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHJ52 AYF
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine993cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 May 2023 46,496 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2021 46,132 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2020 46,090 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2019 45,965 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2018 45,474 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2018 45,359 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases middle to rear exhaust joint (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 3 Oct 2017 34,750 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2016 27,692 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2016 26,977 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases joint (7.1.2)

Fail 6 Jan 2016 26,977 miles

Driver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle handle missing (6.2.B.1b)

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases joint (7.1.2)

Pass 17 Jul 2014 23,733 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2014 23,733 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Offside Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)

Offside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Pass 24 Jun 2013 21,784 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

offside mirror cracked

slight blow on rear ex box and rusty

Pass 24 Jul 2012 21,013 miles

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

offside mirror cracked

Pass 5 Aug 2011 20,085 miles

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

Pass 14 Apr 2010 18,734 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2010 18,734 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Jan 2009 17,073 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2009 17,073 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 2 Jan 2008 15,704 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2006 14,732 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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HJ52 AYF is a 2003 Suzuki Swift in Blue with a 993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 HJ52 AYF, 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 HJ52 AYF registered?

HJ52 AYF is a 2003 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 14 February 2003.

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The MOT history for HJ52 AYF shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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