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WJ03 ZGV

2003 Suzuki Swift

Blue Petrol 993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 May 2014
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

34,919 mi
Last recorded34,919 miles
Recorded on13 May 2013
Typical for 2003 Suzuki Swift43,066 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWJ03 ZGV
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine993cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 May 2013 34,919 miles

Corrosion on front and rear of o/side floor pan.

Slight damage to inner and outer walls of o/side front tyre.

Steering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)

Fail 13 May 2013 34,919 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Corrosion on front and rear of o/side floor pan.

Slight damage to inner and outer walls of o/side front tyre.

Steering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)

Pass 30 Mar 2012 28,051 miles

both rear tyres have heavily perished sidewalls but not yet excessive

Pass 10 Feb 2011 26,340 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2011 26,340 miles

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

Both wiper rubbers split.

Pass 12 Feb 2010 25,334 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Exhaust tail pipe fouling body.

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

Fail 12 Feb 2010 25,334 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

Exhaust tail pipe fouling body.

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

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

Pass 19 Jan 2009 24,878 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2009 24,878 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Feb 2008 22,933 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2007 16,378 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2006 12,964 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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WJ03 ZGV is a 2003 Suzuki Swift in Blue with a 993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 WJ03 ZGV, 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 WJ03 ZGV registered?

WJ03 ZGV is a 2003 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 15 March 2003.

Is WJ03 ZGV safe to buy?

The MOT history for WJ03 ZGV shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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