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PJ03 BVZ

2003 Suzuki Swift

Blue Petrol 993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Apr 2027
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

39,988 mi
Last recorded39,988 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2026
Typical for 2003 Suzuki Swift43,066 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPJ03 BVZ
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine993cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2026 39,988 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2025 38,286 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2024 36,402 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2024 36,402 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 4 Apr 2023 35,034 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Apr 2022 33,948 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2021 32,556 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2021 32,551 miles

Nearside Front Outer Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Pass 22 Apr 2020 31,385 miles

Offside Front floor slight corrosion but not yet excessive.

Pass 25 Apr 2019 30,325 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 25 Apr 2019 30,315 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 18 Apr 2018 29,540 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 26 Apr 2017 28,957 miles

underbody corrosion

Fail 25 Apr 2017 28,957 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

underbody corrosion

Pass 29 Apr 2016 28,267 miles

ALL FOUR TYRES HAVE AGE RELATED CRACKS IN TREAD AREA .

Pass 5 Nov 2014 27,353 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2013 26,900 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2012 26,231 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2011 25,374 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2010 24,414 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2009 23,448 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2008 22,326 miles

O/S/F BRAKE PADS CLOSE TO 1.5mm LIMIT

Pass 24 Oct 2007 21,335 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2006 19,993 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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PJ03 BVZ is a 2003 Suzuki Swift in Blue with a 993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 PJ03 BVZ, 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 PJ03 BVZ registered?

PJ03 BVZ is a 2003 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 31 March 2003.

Is PJ03 BVZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for PJ03 BVZ shows 24 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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