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KG03 VHU

2003 Suzuki Swift

Blue Petrol 993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Mar 2017
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

90,397 mi
Last recorded90,397 miles
Recorded on7 Mar 2016
Typical for 2003 Suzuki Swift43,066 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKG03 VHU
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine993cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Mar 2016 90,397 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

both front tyres wearing on inner edge

centre exhaust hanger missing bolt

child seat fitted preventing inspection of adult belt

oil leak from top of engine

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 155/70/13 (4.1.E.1)

Fail 3 Mar 2015 76,468 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Oil leak

os light has standing water in it

Pass 3 Mar 2015 76,468 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Oil leak

os light has standing water in it

Pass 27 Mar 2014 64,794 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 19 Apr 2013 58,557 miles

Front lower arm bushes perishing/cracking

High level stop light insecure

Offside Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Offside front wing mirror damaged

Rear wiper not cleaning effectively

Fail 19 Apr 2013 58,557 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Front lower arm bushes perishing/cracking

High level stop light insecure

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

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

Offside Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Offside front wing mirror damaged

Rear wiper not cleaning effectively

Pass 11 Apr 2012 50,408 miles

Centre exhaust joint has slight leak

Nearside front wheel rim has light damage

Offside front wing mirror glass & unit have light damage

Pass 14 Apr 2011 43,582 miles

offside mirror slightly damaged

Fail 14 Apr 2011 43,582 miles

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

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

offside mirror slightly damaged

Pass 28 Apr 2010 36,556 miles

Oil leak

offside mirror has slight damage

Pass 16 Mar 2009 30,191 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

nearside rear tyre deteriorated

offside mirror slightly damaged

Pass 18 Mar 2008 25,531 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

both rear wheel bearings make slight noise when rotated though no roughness detected

Pass 22 Mar 2007 20,319 miles

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

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

Fail 22 Mar 2007 20,319 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 8 Mar 2006 15,024 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (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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KG03 VHU is a 2003 Suzuki Swift in Blue with a 993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 KG03 VHU, 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 KG03 VHU registered?

KG03 VHU is a 2003 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 28 March 2003.

Is KG03 VHU safe to buy?

The MOT history for KG03 VHU shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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