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SG03 MFP

2003 Suzuki Swift

Blue Petrol 993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Aug 2017
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

18,962 mi
Last recorded18,962 miles
Recorded on25 Aug 2017
Typical for 2003 Suzuki Swift43,066 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSG03 MFP
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine993cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Fail 25 Aug 2017 18,962 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases at middle joint (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to flexi hose (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to flexi hose (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

condition of underside showing signs of corrosion

front number plate cracked

sump pan leaking oil

Pass 12 Aug 2016 18,609 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2016 18,601 miles

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (5.2.6)

Pass 24 Aug 2015 18,447 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2015 18,447 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded floor (2.4.A.3)

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

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded floor (2.4.A.3)

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

Pass 25 Aug 2014 15,470 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2014 15,464 miles

Nearside Front front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

Offside Front front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

Pass 16 May 2013 11,299 miles

all 4 tyres are heavly perrished

Pass 5 May 2012 7,930 miles
Pass 20 May 2011 4,998 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2010 4,145 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2009 3,845 miles

Slight corrosion of front brake discs.

Fail 17 Mar 2009 3,845 miles

Front Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Corrosion setting into front discs,also 23% imbalance.max 25%

Nearside wiper not the best.

Pass 13 Mar 2008 3,326 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2007 2,766 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2006 2,076 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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SG03 MFP is a 2003 Suzuki Swift in Blue with a 993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 SG03 MFP, 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 SG03 MFP registered?

SG03 MFP is a 2003 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 14 March 2003.

Is SG03 MFP safe to buy?

The MOT history for SG03 MFP shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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