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HY03 ZVU

2003 Suzuki Swift

Silver Petrol 993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Mar 2010
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

85,695 mi
Last recorded85,695 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2009
Typical for 2003 Suzuki Swift43,066 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHY03 ZVU
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine993cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Fail 25 Mar 2009 85,695 miles

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

Off side front wheel has minor damage to inner rim.

Off side wing mirror repaired with tape.

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

Rear silencer has rattle noise from inside.

Pass 25 Mar 2009 85,695 miles

Off side front wheel has minor damage to inner rim.

Off side wing mirror repaired with tape.

Rear silencer has rattle noise from inside.

Pass 28 Mar 2008 60,470 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2008 60,469 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

Pass 30 Mar 2007 44,203 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2006 31,474 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

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

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 31 Mar 2006 31,474 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

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

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

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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HY03 ZVU is a 2003 Suzuki Swift in Silver with a 993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 HY03 ZVU, 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 HY03 ZVU registered?

HY03 ZVU is a 2003 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 1 March 2003.

Is HY03 ZVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for HY03 ZVU shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does HY03 ZVU have outstanding finance?

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