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BJ03 XLE

2003 Suzuki Ignis

Blue Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Sep 2025
Tests26 (19 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate73.1%

Mileage

84,121 mi
Last recorded84,121 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2024
Typical for 2003 Suzuki Ignis58,368 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ03 XLE
MakeSuzuki
ModelIgnis
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

19 pass 7 fail
Pass 27 Sep 2024 84,121 miles

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

Fail 27 Sep 2024 84,121 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))

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

Pass 26 Sep 2023 71,660 miles

Exhaust mounting defective front pipe mount and rear pipe hanger (6.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 26 Sep 2023 71,660 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel badly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 165/7014 outer edge (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust mounting defective front pipe mount and rear pipe hanger (6.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 11 Aug 2022 55,989 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing deep cracking but no cords visible at time of test (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 165/7014 outer edge worn (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing deep cracking but no cords visible at time of test (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 8 Aug 2022 55,929 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing deep cracking but no cords visible at time of test (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 165/7014 outer edge worn (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing deep cracking but no cords visible at time of test (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 20 Nov 2020 34,493 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Nov 2019 22,539 miles

front tyres wearing on outer edges,advise alignment check asap

Fail 26 Nov 2019 22,539 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working 380 (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

front tyres wearing on outer edges,advise alignment check asap

Pass 2 Nov 2018 9,989 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2018 9,484 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2018 9,484 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 4 Mar 2017 8,877 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2017 8,877 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 18 Mar 2016 8,302 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2015 8,182 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

rear seats folded

Pass 7 Mar 2014 7,912 miles

rear seats folded

Pass 5 Mar 2013 7,740 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2012 7,469 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 8 Mar 2011 7,148 miles

Nearside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 2 Mar 2010 6,766 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2009 6,013 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2008 5,402 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2008 5,402 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Mar 2007 4,824 miles

slight play in offside rear wheel bearing

Pass 15 Mar 2006 4,190 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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BJ03 XLE is a 2003 Suzuki Ignis in Blue with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.1%.

Across all 2003 Suzuki Ignis models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.1% with a typical mileage of 58,368 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 BJ03 XLE, 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 BJ03 XLE registered?

BJ03 XLE is a 2003 Suzuki Ignis, first registered on 27 March 2003.

Is BJ03 XLE safe to buy?

The MOT history for BJ03 XLE shows 26 tests with a 73.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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