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WG52 VPL

2003 Suzuki Swift

Blue Petrol 993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Nov 2022
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

75,051 mi
Last recorded75,051 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2021
Typical for 2003 Suzuki Swift43,066 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWG52 VPL
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine993cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 5 Nov 2021 75,051 miles

Nearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill inner and outer (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Offside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill inner and outer (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced bumper supports (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 20 Oct 2020 73,100 miles

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

Sills have corrosion

Suspension has corrosion

Pass 1 Apr 2019 69,705 miles

Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill to floor areas (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill floor areas (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded os,ns (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 1 Apr 2019 69,705 miles

Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively os,ns (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill to floor areas (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill floor areas (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded os,ns (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Apr 2018 67,722 miles

Front Oil leak engine ()

Rear coil spring corroded os,ns (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 20 Apr 2017 64,710 miles

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured os,ns (1.4.A.2f)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 19 Apr 2016 59,010 miles

Front coil spring corroded os,ns (2.4.C.1b)

front brake fluctuating, but not excessively os,ns (3.7.B.3)

Pass 28 Apr 2015 52,943 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Oil leak

Fail 28 Apr 2015 52,943 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 28 Apr 2014 44,601 miles

Oil leak

Fail 28 Apr 2014 44,601 miles

Front registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

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

Oil leak

Pass 20 Feb 2013 36,367 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2012 30,737 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2012 30,737 miles

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

Pass 5 Mar 2011 21,573 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2010 17,905 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2010 17,905 miles

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Pass 14 Feb 2009 16,232 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2008 14,523 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2007 12,883 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2006 9,680 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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WG52 VPL 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 76.2%.

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 WG52 VPL, 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 WG52 VPL registered?

WG52 VPL is a 2003 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 21 February 2003.

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