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BG53 KUV

2003 Suzuki Ignis

Blue Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Dec 2020
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

132,184 mi
Last recorded132,184 miles
Recorded on21 Jun 2019
Typical for 2003 Suzuki Ignis58,368 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG53 KUV
MakeSuzuki
ModelIgnis
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Jun 2019 132,184 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Jun 2018 118,757 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2017 106,263 miles

Offside Rear screw in tyre

nearside park brake recording low effort

object removed from drivers view prior to test

Pass 11 Jan 2016 96,674 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2016 96,674 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

n/s steering arm has slight play

Pass 26 Jan 2015 88,806 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2014 78,983 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2014 78,976 miles

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 7 Feb 2013 70,019 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Jan 2012 58,260 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2011 58,099 miles

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

front brake discs slightly worn and pitted

Pass 15 Apr 2010 53,133 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2009 47,469 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2009 47,469 miles

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 12 Apr 2008 39,751 miles

Both number plate lamps dim

One bulb out in high level brake light

Pass 10 May 2007 32,588 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2006 28,860 miles

NSF tyres wearing on edges

OSF tyre wearing on edge (165/70/14)

front brake discs in poor condition

front brakes 1% below imbalance limit

steering alignment check

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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BG53 KUV is a 2003 Suzuki Ignis in Blue with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 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 BG53 KUV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BG53 KUV registered?

BG53 KUV is a 2003 Suzuki Ignis, first registered on 30 September 2003.

Is BG53 KUV safe to buy?

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