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BG53 TLJ

2003 Suzuki Ignis

Silver Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Jan 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

27,419 mi
Last recorded27,419 miles
Recorded on7 Jan 2026
Typical for 2003 Suzuki Ignis58,368 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG53 TLJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelIgnis
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Jan 2026 27,419 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2026 27,396 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Pass 4 Jan 2025 24,720 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2023 22,372 miles

Rear brake application slightly uneven, o/s effort lazy.

Pass 19 Dec 2022 20,184 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Jan 2022 17,707 miles

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

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

Pass 31 Dec 2020 14,676 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2020 12,422 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2018 10,531 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2015 10,378 miles
Pass 29 May 2015 10,271 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2014 9,843 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2013 9,373 miles

rear passenger seats folded into floor seatbelts not checked

Pass 30 Mar 2012 8,990 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2011 8,586 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2010 7,951 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2009 7,381 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2008 6,337 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2007 5,329 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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BG53 TLJ is a 2003 Suzuki Ignis in Silver with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 TLJ, 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 TLJ registered?

BG53 TLJ is a 2003 Suzuki Ignis, first registered on 11 October 2003.

Is BG53 TLJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG53 TLJ shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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