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LY03 OPL

2003 Suzuki Swift

Red Petrol 993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jan 2021
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

74,710 mi
Last recorded74,710 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2019
Typical for 2003 Suzuki Swift43,066 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLY03 OPL
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine993cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2019 74,710 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

O/S/F tyre outer shoulder worn

Offside Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear both trailing arm bushes deteriorated

Fail 25 Jun 2019 74,629 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

O/S/F tyre outer shoulder worn

Offside Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear both trailing arm bushes deteriorated

Pass 19 Jun 2018 61,633 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both sides (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Pass 12 Jul 2017 50,580 miles

Nearside Rear Fuel hose slightly damaged (7.2.2)

engine light on

rear seat down seat belt not checked

under body corroded

Pass 27 Jun 2016 39,224 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Oil leak ()

wipers slightly smeary

Fail 27 Jun 2016 39,224 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

Oil leak ()

wipers slightly smeary

Pass 30 Jun 2015 31,073 miles

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Front Brake pipe slightly chafed (3.6.B.2c)

Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Oil leak

Rear Brake pipe slightly chafed (3.6.B.2c)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 24 Jun 2014 20,372 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

bonnet release deteriorating

undercarriage surface corrosion like coastal car

Pass 19 Jul 2013 14,520 miles

Brake pedal is slightly spongy

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 4 Jul 2012 9,447 miles

Nearside Outer Lower Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 31 May 2011 95,932 miles

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 21 May 2010 83,640 miles
Fail 21 May 2010 83,640 miles

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

Pass 30 May 2009 72,441 miles
Pass 22 May 2008 60,181 miles
Pass 31 May 2007 52,768 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Pass 30 May 2006 40,169 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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LY03 OPL is a 2003 Suzuki Swift in Red with a 993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 LY03 OPL, 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 LY03 OPL registered?

LY03 OPL is a 2003 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 20 June 2003.

Is LY03 OPL safe to buy?

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