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MK03 OZD

2003 Suzuki Swift

Red Petrol 993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2014
Tests13 (7 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate53.8%

Mileage

76,542 mi
Last recorded76,542 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2013
Typical for 2003 Suzuki Swift43,066 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMK03 OZD
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine993cc

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MOT History

7 pass 6 fail
Fail 31 Jul 2013 76,542 miles

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

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

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 31 Jul 2013 76,542 miles

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

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

Pass 31 Jul 2012 67,142 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2012 67,142 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

Pass 28 Jul 2011 57,617 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2011 57,617 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 27 Jul 2010 49,914 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2010 49,909 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 22 Oct 2008 46,174 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2008 46,174 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) incomplete (1.1.4a)

Pass 23 Oct 2007 37,362 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2007 37,362 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 25 Oct 2006 23,891 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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MK03 OZD is a 2003 Suzuki Swift in Red with a 993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 53.8%.

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 MK03 OZD, 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 MK03 OZD registered?

MK03 OZD is a 2003 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 15 March 2003.

Is MK03 OZD safe to buy?

The MOT history for MK03 OZD shows 13 tests with a 53.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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