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SH03 CXB

2003 Suzuki Swift

Blue Petrol 993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Aug 2016
Tests15 (9 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

69,345 mi
Last recorded69,345 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2015
Typical for 2003 Suzuki Swift43,066 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSH03 CXB
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine993cc

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MOT History

9 pass 6 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2015 69,345 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2014 61,891 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2014 61,891 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

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

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

Pass 29 Jan 2013 544,537 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2013 544,537 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Pass 15 Nov 2011 50,631 miles

exhaust heatshields corroded

offside rear wheel bearing feels slightly rough ,recommend replaced

rear metal brake pipes ,and front to rear metal brake pipes corroded

unable to fully inspect metal pipes on floor pan due to cover

Fail 15 Nov 2011 50,631 miles

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

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

exhaust heatshields corroded

offside rear wheel bearing feels slightly rough ,recommend replaced

rear metal brake pipes ,and front to rear metal brake pipes corroded

unable to fully inspect metal pipes on floor pan due to cover

Pass 13 Apr 2010 43,817 miles

advise exhaust front section which includes catalyst is badly corroded and about to blow ,(puttied up to stop blowing)

Fail 13 Apr 2010 43,817 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

advise exhaust front section which includes catalyst is badly corroded and about to blow ,(puttied up to stop blowing)

Pass 3 Apr 2009 40,012 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2008 34,642 miles

nearside front tyre tread on 2mm

nearside rear tyre nearing legal limit,also starting to perish

nearside rear tyre tread on legal limit on parts of tread,also starting to perish

offside front tyre tread on legal limit

slight play in nearside and offside rear wheel bearings

Fail 8 Apr 2008 34,642 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)

nearside front tyre tread on 2mm

nearside rear tyre nearing legal limit,also starting to perish

nearside rear tyre tread on legal limit on parts of tread,also starting to perish

offside front tyre tread on legal limit

slight play in nearside and offside rear wheel bearings

Pass 6 Apr 2007 27,526 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2007 27,460 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

Front discs slightly corroded.

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 13 Apr 2006 21,575 miles

advise filled up screen washers with water as they were empty.

advise replaced torn offside wiper blade for mot.

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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SH03 CXB is a 2003 Suzuki Swift in Blue with a 993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 SH03 CXB, 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 SH03 CXB registered?

SH03 CXB is a 2003 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 12 April 2003.

Is SH03 CXB safe to buy?

The MOT history for SH03 CXB shows 15 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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