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LS03 BYA

2003 Suzuki Swift

Red Petrol 993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Nov 2020
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

42,976 mi
Last recorded42,976 miles
Recorded on21 May 2019
Typical for 2003 Suzuki Swift43,066 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLS03 BYA
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine993cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 May 2019 42,976 miles

Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Pass 9 May 2018 37,861 miles

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

Fail 8 May 2018 37,861 miles

Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 9 May 2017 36,975 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear section (7.1.2)

Pass 12 May 2016 36,000 miles
Pass 12 May 2015 35,060 miles
Pass 12 May 2014 34,212 miles
Pass 10 May 2013 32,893 miles
Pass 10 May 2012 30,802 miles

engine management light remains luminated

Pass 10 May 2011 27,116 miles
Pass 13 May 2010 23,827 miles
Pass 5 May 2009 21,540 miles
Fail 4 May 2009 21,535 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 1 May 2008 18,001 miles
Pass 8 May 2007 14,549 miles
Pass 8 May 2006 11,466 miles

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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LS03 BYA is a 2003 Suzuki Swift in Red with a 993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 LS03 BYA, 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.

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What year was LS03 BYA registered?

LS03 BYA is a 2003 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 9 May 2003.

Is LS03 BYA safe to buy?

The MOT history for LS03 BYA shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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