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NL03 XVH

2003 Suzuki Swift · Petrol · 993cc

Red Registered in Newcastle, North · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2003
FuelPetrol
Engine993cc
ColourRed
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantPetrol pre-2006
Est. Annual Tax£20–£30

ULEZ status is estimated based on fuel type and registration year. It may not reflect the actual emission standard of this vehicle. Check with TfL for a definitive answer.

At a glance

This 2003 Suzuki Swift Petrol 993cc has had 8 MOT tests on record, passing 6 and failing 2 (75% pass rate). It has 63,101 miles on the clock, averaging 5,543 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.0 G10A engine is known for 1. head gasket failure (cooling system stress) and 2. cooling fan relay failure. Common Suzuki Swift issues include 1. rear suspension trailing arm bushes (all body styles) and 2. body rust.

MOT & Mileage History for NL03 XVH

MOT Status
Due date passed
63,101
Last Mileage
Recorded
8
Total Tests
Since 2006
75%
Pass Rate
6 passed, 2 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 8 tests on record
5,543

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading63,101 miles
Reading date
Miles last year6,241
Average per year5,543
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for NL03 XVH 32k40k48k55k63k '06'11'08

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Full MOT Test History 8 tests on record

PASS
Mileage63,101 miles
Since last MOT+6,241 miles
PASS
Mileage56,860 miles
Since last MOT+5,935 miles
FAIL
Mileage50,925 miles
Since last MOT+7,239 miles
PASS
Mileage43,686 miles
Since last MOT+2,033 miles
PASS
Mileage41,653 miles
Since last MOT+3,493 miles
PASS
Mileage38,160 miles
Since last MOT+5,824 miles
PASS
Mileage32,336 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage32,336 miles

🔧 Reported issues for this Suzuki Swift

These are the most commonly reported problems on Suzuki Swift models (1984–2003), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.

1. Rear suspension trailing arm bushes (all body styles)

Rubber bushes on rear trailing arms crack and split from age/UV/road salt. · Typical repair: £150-£300 (bushes £40/set, 2-3hrs labour indie garage).

2. Body rust – sills, wheel arches, jacking points (all body styles)

Thin factory galvanising fails, rust bubbles/perforates from UK winters/salt. · Typical repair: £400-£1,200 (patch panels/welding, depends on extent).

3. Door lock mechanisms/central locking (all body styles)

Plastic gears in locks wear/strip, barrels seize from dirt. · Typical repair: £80-£200 per door (new barrels/gears cheap, 1hr labour).

1. Head Gasket Failure (Cooling System Stress)

Head gasket fails after prolonged overheating events, typically allowing hot combustion gases to leak into the cooling system.[1]

2. Cooling Fan Relay Failure

Electric radiator fan stops operating, leaving the engine prone to overheating during acceleration or sustained driving.[1]

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNL03 XVH
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine993cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeNL — Newcastle, North
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About NL03 XVH

What car is NL03 XVH?

NL03 XVH is an red Suzuki Swift, petrol (993cc). First registered in Newcastle in 2003.

What is the mileage of NL03 XVH?

The last recorded mileage for NL03 XVH was 63,101 miles, recorded on 30 Sep 2011 during its most recent MOT test.

Has NL03 XVH passed its MOT?

NL03 XVH has had 8 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (6 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 30 Sep 2011.

Is NL03 XVH ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, NL03 XVH is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2003, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.

How old is NL03 XVH?

NL03 XVH is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.