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SP52 YYJ

2003 Suzuki Swift

Silver Petrol 993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Oct 2018
Tests18 (10 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

75,697 mi
Last recorded75,697 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2017
Typical for 2003 Suzuki Swift43,066 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP52 YYJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine993cc

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MOT History

10 pass 8 fail
Pass 16 Oct 2017 75,697 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2016 66,760 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2015 60,029 miles

Coolant Leak

Offside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Oil Leak

Fail 10 Sep 2015 60,029 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Coolant Leak

Offside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Oil Leak

Pass 11 Sep 2014 49,354 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Fail 11 Sep 2014 49,354 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fail 29 Aug 2014 60,343 miles

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Offside Lower Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

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

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

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

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Front Upper Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Oil leak

nearside mirror requires repair

Pass 5 Feb 2013 48,324 miles

o/s/r lamp damaged

Fail 5 Feb 2013 48,324 miles

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

o/s/r lamp damaged

Pass 21 Jan 2012 42,822 miles

exhast mount above cat starting to deteroirate

n/s mirror cover missing

Fail 21 Jan 2012 42,822 miles

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

exhast mount above cat starting to deteroirate

n/s mirror cover missing

Pass 23 Jan 2011 38,459 miles

advise front coil springs corroded

Pass 7 Jan 2010 33,446 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2010 33,446 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 20 Feb 2008 24,532 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2008 24,532 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fail 22 Sep 2006 17,180 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Sep 2006 17,180 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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SP52 YYJ is a 2003 Suzuki Swift in Silver with a 993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 SP52 YYJ, 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 SP52 YYJ registered?

SP52 YYJ is a 2003 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 14 February 2003.

Is SP52 YYJ safe to buy?

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