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MF03 FUJ

2003 Suzuki Swift

Red Petrol 993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jun 2013
Tests15 (8 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate53.3%

Mileage

70,357 mi
Last recorded70,357 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2013
Typical for 2003 Suzuki Swift43,066 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMF03 FUJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine993cc

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MOT History

8 pass 7 fail
Fail 25 Jun 2013 70,357 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

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

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 7 Jun 2012 68,430 miles

battery insecure

Fail 7 Jun 2012 68,430 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

battery insecure

Pass 10 Jun 2011 65,638 miles

both front wiper blades worn

offside headlamp internal reflector slightly loose

Pass 14 Jun 2010 61,759 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2010 61,759 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Fail 6 Mar 2009 55,801 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 6 Mar 2009 55,801 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2008 55,299 miles

n/s/f wheel trim missing

advise clean brake master cylinder reservoir

nail in spare tyre - tyre deflated

rear wiper blade worn out

Pass 4 Mar 2008 52,789 miles

oil leak from engine

Fail 4 Mar 2008 52,789 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)

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

oil leak from engine

Fail 3 Mar 2007 38,178 miles

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 3 Mar 2007 38,178 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2006 21,958 miles

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

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

both front tyres low tread 155/70/13

strong advise front brake pads very low

Pass 28 Feb 2006 21,958 miles

both front tyres low tread 155/70/13

strong advise front brake pads very low

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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MF03 FUJ is a 2003 Suzuki Swift in Red with a 993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 53.3%.

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 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 MF03 FUJ, 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 MF03 FUJ registered?

MF03 FUJ is a 2003 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 6 March 2003.

Is MF03 FUJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for MF03 FUJ shows 15 tests with a 53.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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