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PJ52 VVB

2003 Suzuki Swift

Silver Petrol 993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jul 2025
Tests25 (16 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate64%

Mileage

59,845 mi
Last recorded59,845 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2024
Typical for 2003 Suzuki Swift43,066 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPJ52 VVB
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine993cc

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MOT History

16 pass 9 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2024 59,845 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords split significantly all the way round the tread area but not sufficient to reach the cords, also worn significantly on outer shoulder 155/70/13 (5.2.3 (d) (i))

general light corrosion to front and rear underside of vehicle

nearside and offside front outriggers corroding

nearside and offside front to rear brake pipes (rear section) to brake load valve corroding

offside front headlight pattern deteriorating but still just about visible.

offside front suspension coil spring corroding

Fail 8 Jul 2024 59,845 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator light intensity significantly reduced (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords split significantly all the way round the tread area but not sufficient to reach the cords, also worn significantly on outer shoulder 155/70/13 (5.2.3 (d) (i))

general light corrosion to front and rear underside of vehicle

nearside and offside front outriggers corroding

nearside and offside front to rear brake pipes (rear section) to brake load valve corroding

offside front headlight pattern deteriorating but still just about visible.

offside front suspension coil spring corroding

Pass 19 Jul 2023 56,143 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2019 53,244 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2018 50,199 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2017 47,352 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2017 47,350 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1)

Pass 19 Aug 2016 42,745 miles

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

Fail 19 Aug 2016 42,745 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 2 Feb 2015 42,107 miles

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

Fail 2 Feb 2015 42,107 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Jan 2014 38,938 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2014 38,938 miles

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

Pass 4 Feb 2013 35,962 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2013 35,962 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Fail 1 Feb 2012 33,006 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

both rear tyres slightly perrished on sidewalls.

very small cut to inner sidewall of o/s/r tyre

Pass 1 Feb 2012 33,006 miles

both rear tyres slightly perrished on sidewalls.

very small cut to inner sidewall of o/s/r tyre

Pass 24 Jan 2011 29,263 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2011 29,263 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 25 Jan 2010 25,924 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2010 25,924 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)

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 21 Jan 2009 22,247 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2008 19,444 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2007 14,459 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2005 10,548 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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PJ52 VVB is a 2003 Suzuki Swift in Silver with a 993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64%.

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 PJ52 VVB, 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.

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What year was PJ52 VVB registered?

PJ52 VVB is a 2003 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 20 January 2003.

Is PJ52 VVB safe to buy?

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