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KV03 WJM

2003 Suzuki Swift

Blue Petrol 993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jun 2017
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

74,230 mi
Last recorded74,230 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2016
Typical for 2003 Suzuki Swift43,066 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKV03 WJM
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine993cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 14 Jun 2016 74,230 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Fail 8 Jun 2016 74,178 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner sill, marked yellow (2.4.A.3)

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner sill, marked yellow (2.4.A.3)

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 10 Jun 2015 72,993 miles

parts of underside of vehicle have slight corrosion

Fail 10 Jun 2015 72,992 miles

Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

parts of underside of vehicle have slight corrosion

Pass 14 Jun 2014 70,751 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2013 67,848 miles

Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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)

Fail 5 Mar 2013 67,834 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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)

Pass 8 Mar 2012 63,313 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2011 58,253 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2011 58,253 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 15 Jan 2010 50,459 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2009 46,215 miles

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

Fail 30 Mar 2009 46,215 miles

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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

Pass 15 Mar 2008 39,517 miles

Front brake balance/efforts - slightly lower at offside

Fail 24 Mar 2007 33,539 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 24 Mar 2007 33,539 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2006 27,765 miles

damage to front lower valance

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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KV03 WJM is a 2003 Suzuki Swift in Blue with a 993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 KV03 WJM, 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 KV03 WJM registered?

KV03 WJM is a 2003 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 28 March 2003.

Is KV03 WJM safe to buy?

The MOT history for KV03 WJM shows 17 tests with a 64.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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