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WL03 DSY

2003 Suzuki Swift · Petrol · 993cc

Blue Registered in Truro, West of England · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2003
FuelPetrol
Engine993cc
ColourBlue
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 26 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 12 (54% pass rate). It has 92,731 miles on the clock, averaging 4,193 miles per year, well 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 WL03 DSY

MOT Status
Due date passed
92,731
Last Mileage
Recorded
26
Total Tests
Since 2006
54%
Pass Rate
14 passed, 12 failed

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

12

MOT failures recorded

Out of 26 tests on record
4,193

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
5

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading92,731 miles
Reading date
Miles last year14,354
Average per year4,193
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for WL03 DSY 26k43k60k76k93k '06'22'14

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Full MOT Test History 26 tests on record

FAIL
Mileage92,731 miles
Since last MOT+14,354 miles
PASS
Mileage78,377 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage78,377 miles
PASS
Mileage84,489 miles
Since last MOT+20,124 miles
FAIL
Mileage64,365 miles
Since last MOT+3,761 miles
PASS
Mileage60,604 miles
Since last MOT+9 miles
FAIL
Mileage60,595 miles
Since last MOT+2,076 miles
PASS
Mileage58,519 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage58,516 miles
Since last MOT+2,849 miles
PASS
Mileage55,667 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage55,667 miles
Since last MOT+2,646 miles
PASS
Mileage53,021 miles
Since last MOT+45 miles
FAIL
Mileage52,976 miles
Since last MOT+1,511 miles
PASS
Mileage51,465 miles
Since last MOT+1,067 miles
PASS
Mileage50,398 miles
Since last MOT+3,002 miles
PASS
Mileage47,396 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage47,396 miles
Since last MOT+3,755 miles
PASS
Mileage43,641 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage43,640 miles
Since last MOT+3,764 miles
PASS
Mileage39,876 miles
Since last MOT+25 miles
FAIL
Mileage39,851 miles
Since last MOT+3,273 miles
PASS
Mileage36,578 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage36,578 miles
Since last MOT+4,421 miles
PASS
Mileage32,157 miles
Since last MOT+5,845 miles
PASS
Mileage26,312 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage26,312 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

RegistrationWL03 DSY
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine993cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeWL — Truro, West of England
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About WL03 DSY

What car is WL03 DSY?

WL03 DSY is a blue Suzuki Swift, petrol (993cc). First registered in Truro in 2003.

What is the mileage of WL03 DSY?

The last recorded mileage for WL03 DSY was 92,731 miles, recorded on 17 Jan 2022 during its most recent MOT test.

Has WL03 DSY passed its MOT?

WL03 DSY has had 26 MOT tests with a 54% pass rate (14 passes, 12 failures). It last was tested on 17 Jan 2022.

Is WL03 DSY ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, WL03 DSY 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 WL03 DSY?

WL03 DSY is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.