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WF03 UAM

2003 Suzuki Swift

Silver Petrol 993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Dec 2023
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

55,486 mi
Last recorded55,486 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2022
Typical for 2003 Suzuki Swift43,066 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWF03 UAM
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine993cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2022 55,486 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 21 Nov 2022 55,289 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Rear Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Dec 2021 47,340 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 17 Dec 2021 47,340 miles

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed perished in the tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Jan 2021 45,214 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2020 43,644 miles

Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 21 Jan 2019 40,743 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Jan 2018 37,452 miles

battery secured with bungy cord but unable to tip or dislodge.

offside front tyre worn almost to wear indicators in tread centre.

small chip in windscreen.

Pass 16 Jan 2017 35,051 miles

battery secured by a bungee cord.

Fail 16 Jan 2017 35,049 miles

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

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

battery secured by a bungee cord.

Pass 18 Jan 2016 33,393 miles

battery secured with a "bungy" strap.

driver's door handle faulty.

Pass 19 Jan 2015 31,280 miles

nearside front tyre nearing wear indicators.

Pass 29 Jan 2014 29,201 miles

battery secured with a bungy cord.

brake discs have surface corrosion.

Fail 28 Jan 2014 29,201 miles

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

battery secured with a bungy cord.

brake discs have surface corrosion.

offside rear tyre worn on outer edge and perishing in outer tread area.

Pass 4 May 2011 27,376 miles

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

nearside rear tyre perishing

offside rear tyre perishing

Fail 4 May 2011 27,375 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

nearside rear tyre perishing

offside rear tyre perishing

Pass 16 Apr 2010 26,574 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2009 24,766 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2009 24,766 miles

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

Pass 3 Apr 2008 23,026 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2007 21,785 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2006 19,540 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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WF03 UAM is a 2003 Suzuki Swift in Silver with a 993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 WF03 UAM, 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 WF03 UAM registered?

WF03 UAM is a 2003 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 31 March 2003.

Is WF03 UAM safe to buy?

The MOT history for WF03 UAM shows 22 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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