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ML03 SXM

2003 Suzuki Swift

Red Petrol 993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Mar 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

48,044 mi
Last recorded48,044 miles
Recorded on26 Oct 2018
Typical for 2003 Suzuki Swift43,066 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationML03 SXM
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine993cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Fail 26 Oct 2018 48,044 miles

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

Front Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))

Registration plate missing front & rear (0.1 (a))

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Fail 25 Oct 2018 48,044 miles

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

Front Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Registration plate missing front & rear (0.1 (a))

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Pass 18 Mar 2017 45,983 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2016 35,907 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2015 30,421 miles

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

osr tyre deteriated

Fail 23 Mar 2015 30,421 miles

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

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

osr tyre deteriated

Pass 25 Mar 2014 29,742 miles

exhaust sections have corrosion

passenger seat back rest has slight movement

Pass 19 Mar 2013 28,857 miles

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

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

n/s/r suspension arm corroded

o/s/r suspension arm corroded

rear chassis corroded

Pass 21 Mar 2012 27,880 miles

n/s/r tyre perishing/cracking

o/s/r tyre perishing /cracking

Pass 23 Mar 2011 26,349 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2010 25,399 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2009 24,264 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 13 Mar 2008 22,770 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

front pads look to be getting worn

Pass 27 Mar 2007 18,164 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 12 Apr 2006 13,937 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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ML03 SXM 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 80%.

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 ML03 SXM, 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 ML03 SXM registered?

ML03 SXM is a 2003 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 16 April 2003.

Is ML03 SXM safe to buy?

The MOT history for ML03 SXM shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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