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WG52 FTN

2003 Suzuki Swift

Blue Petrol 993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Oct 2020
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

57,943 mi
Last recorded57,943 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2019
Typical for 2003 Suzuki Swift43,066 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWG52 FTN
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine993cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2019 57,943 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 155/70R13 (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material By fuel filler pipe (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 8 Oct 2019 57,943 miles

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 155/70R13 (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material By fuel filler pipe (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Oct 2018 53,000 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2018 53,000 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 21" (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 11 Oct 2017 47,149 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2017 46,019 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2016 43,893 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2015 41,267 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2014 38,798 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2013 35,805 miles

Nearside Front brake caliper has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Pass 8 Jan 2013 35,805 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2012 33,062 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2011 30,257 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2010 27,445 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2010 27,445 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

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

Pass 5 Jan 2009 24,777 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2008 21,673 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2008 21,673 miles

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

Pass 10 Jan 2007 18,296 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2006 14,850 miles

SLIGHT PLAY IN O/S/R WHEEL BEARING.

Fail 11 Jan 2006 14,850 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

SLIGHT PLAY IN O/S/R WHEEL BEARING.

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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WG52 FTN is a 2003 Suzuki Swift in Blue with a 993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 WG52 FTN, 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 WG52 FTN registered?

WG52 FTN is a 2003 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 17 January 2003.

Is WG52 FTN safe to buy?

The MOT history for WG52 FTN shows 21 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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