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BF54 JHE

2004 Suzuki Ignis

Red Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Nov 2026
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

71,147 mi
Last recorded71,147 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2025
Typical for 2004 Suzuki Ignis58,283 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF54 JHE
MakeSuzuki
ModelIgnis
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2025 71,147 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))

Coil spring corroded all (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed both (7.1.2 (b))

underbody corroded

Fail 4 Nov 2025 71,147 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))

Coil spring corroded all (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed both (7.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

underbody corroded

Pass 1 Nov 2024 70,602 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2023 69,131 miles

Central Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule bothsides (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material bothsides (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sills bothsides (5.3.6 (a) (i))

front valence sign of corosion

Fail 3 Nov 2023 69,102 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Central Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule bothsides (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material bothsides (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sills bothsides (5.3.6 (a) (i))

front valence sign of corosion

Pass 4 Nov 2022 67,622 miles

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 11 Nov 2021 66,287 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material most pipes (1.1.11 (c))

front and back suspension quite rusty

Fail 11 Nov 2021 66,287 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material most pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect o/s and n/s cleaned glass (4.1.2 (c))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

front and back suspension quite rusty

Pass 17 Nov 2020 64,508 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 16 Nov 2020 64,508 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 9 May 2019 60,855 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 14 May 2018 55,820 miles
Pass 5 May 2017 51,000 miles
Pass 11 May 2016 46,056 miles
Pass 22 May 2015 41,378 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 20 May 2015 41,378 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 4 Aug 2012 39,717 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2011 32,987 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2010 28,108 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2009 24,268 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2009 24,268 miles

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

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

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

Pass 11 Aug 2008 19,974 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2007 12,942 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki Ignis?

Based on 536,876 MOT tests across 40,815 vehicles.

76.0%
Pass Rate
4,630
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
40,815
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 14,088
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 13,981
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 9,823
Exhaust system not adequately supported 7,455
brake binding 7,389
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BF54 JHE is a 2004 Suzuki Ignis in Red with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

Across all 2004 Suzuki Ignis models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.8% with a typical mileage of 58,283 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Suzuki Ignis fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 14,088 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BF54 JHE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki Ignis typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 22 years old, this Suzuki Ignis is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BF54 JHE registered?

BF54 JHE is a 2004 Suzuki Ignis, first registered on 30 September 2004.

Is BF54 JHE safe to buy?

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