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BG52 MRU

2003 Suzuki Ignis

Green Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jan 2021
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

73,614 mi
Last recorded73,614 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2020
Typical for 2003 Suzuki Ignis58,368 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG52 MRU
MakeSuzuki
ModelIgnis
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 8 Jan 2020 73,614 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2019 69,220 miles

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

Fail 4 Jan 2019 69,220 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 9 Jan 2018 64,967 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2018 64,938 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

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

Offside Rear passenger door hinge insecure (6.2.B.2)

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

Pass 7 Jan 2017 60,413 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 26 Feb 2016 56,281 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit both edges (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear deteriating

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

Fail 26 Feb 2016 56,281 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit both edges (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear deteriating

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

Pass 1 Mar 2015 50,162 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2013 41,868 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 27 Nov 2013 41,860 miles

Offside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 31 Oct 2012 39,845 miles

front pipe exhaust hanger corroded

heat sheild rattling

Fail 30 Oct 2012 39,845 miles

Offside Front Road wheel distorted (4.2.A.1a)

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

front pipe exhaust hanger corroded

heat sheild rattling

Pass 6 Oct 2011 37,607 miles

both front inner rack ends slight play

Pass 10 Sep 2010 34,155 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2009 32,179 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2008 30,097 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2007 22,454 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2007 22,454 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Feb 2007 20,494 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2006 16,649 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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BG52 MRU is a 2003 Suzuki Ignis in Green with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2003 Suzuki Ignis models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.1% with a typical mileage of 58,368 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 Ignis fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 14,088 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BG52 MRU, 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 23 years old, this Suzuki Ignis is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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BG52 MRU is a 2003 Suzuki Ignis, first registered on 4 February 2003.

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