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LD03 HLX

2003 Suzuki Swift

Blue Petrol 993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Feb 2027
Tests28 (22 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

58,697 mi
Last recorded58,697 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2026
Typical for 2003 Suzuki Swift43,066 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLD03 HLX
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine993cc

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MOT History

22 pass 6 fail
Pass 23 Feb 2026 58,697 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin front pads getting low. (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear exhaust box small blow and rusty. (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive some oil around rocker cover and sump. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Feb 2025 56,147 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive Some oil around rocker cover and sump. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Feb 2024 53,626 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2023 50,772 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2022 48,033 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2021 45,984 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2020 43,996 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2019 41,383 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2019 41,383 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure on tread. (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure on tread. (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 14 Mar 2018 38,334 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2018 38,334 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 29 Mar 2017 35,912 miles

front wipers starting to split.

Pass 14 Apr 2016 34,161 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2015 31,785 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2015 31,785 miles

Offside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Pass 15 Apr 2014 29,800 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2013 27,574 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 17 Apr 2012 25,112 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2011 22,271 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2011 22,271 miles

front brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

Pass 16 Apr 2010 19,662 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2009 17,739 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2008 15,248 miles

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

Pass 17 Apr 2008 15,248 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2007 12,107 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2007 12,054 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2006 9,071 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2006 9,071 miles

Nearside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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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LD03 HLX is a 2003 Suzuki Swift in Blue with a 993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 28 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 LD03 HLX, 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 LD03 HLX registered?

LD03 HLX is a 2003 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 24 March 2003.

Is LD03 HLX safe to buy?

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