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VU03 OFG

2003 Suzuki Swift

Blue Petrol 993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Feb 2021
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

63,542 mi
Last recorded63,542 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2021
Typical for 2003 Suzuki Swift43,066 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU03 OFG
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine993cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Fail 24 Feb 2021 63,542 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill correded holled (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 24 Feb 2020 61,342 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Feb 2019 58,548 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2018 55,490 miles

Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing both (2.7.2a)

Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing both (2.7.2a)

Fail 15 Feb 2018 55,490 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing both (2.7.2a)

Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing both (2.7.2a)

Pass 14 Feb 2017 50,796 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2016 46,946 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2015 42,640 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2014 39,390 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2013 37,350 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 24 Jan 2012 56,038 miles

All 4 tyres scuffed on outer sidewalls.

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

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

Pass 3 Feb 2011 34,622 miles

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

Fail 3 Feb 2011 34,622 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 4 Feb 2010 31,903 miles

Both front brake pads getting low.

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

O/S/F wiper blade fitting worn.

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 10 Feb 2009 29,141 miles

Front brake pads approx 50% worn?

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 10 Feb 2009 29,141 miles

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

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

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

Front brake pads approx 50% worn?

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 12 Feb 2008 25,598 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2007 22,338 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2006 19,125 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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VU03 OFG is a 2003 Suzuki Swift in Blue with a 993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 VU03 OFG, 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 VU03 OFG registered?

VU03 OFG is a 2003 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 1 March 2003.

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