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KC52 BVW

2003 Suzuki Swift

Silver Petrol 993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Oct 2018
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

53,187 mi
Last recorded53,187 miles
Recorded on19 Oct 2017
Typical for 2003 Suzuki Swift43,066 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKC52 BVW
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine993cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Oct 2017 53,187 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2016 50,602 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2016 50,602 miles

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

Nearside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (2.4.A.3)

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

Offside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (2.4.A.3)

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

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

Pass 20 Oct 2015 48,441 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Oct 2014 45,683 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2013 43,101 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2012 40,116 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2012 40,116 miles

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

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 18 Oct 2011 37,403 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2010 34,388 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2009 32,265 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2008 29,949 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2007 27,510 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2006 24,536 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2005 21,693 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2005 21,693 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)

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

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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KC52 BVW is a 2003 Suzuki Swift in Silver with a 993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 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 KC52 BVW, 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 KC52 BVW registered?

KC52 BVW is a 2003 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 6 January 2003.

Is KC52 BVW safe to buy?

The MOT history for KC52 BVW shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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