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BJ53 URB

2003 Suzuki Ignis

Silver Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Oct 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

28,220 mi
Last recorded28,220 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2025
Typical for 2003 Suzuki Ignis58,368 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ53 URB
MakeSuzuki
ModelIgnis
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2025 28,220 miles

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

Front Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened and rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 16 Sep 2024 28,016 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Sep 2023 27,809 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2022 27,596 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2022 27,596 miles

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

Pass 24 Sep 2021 27,080 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2020 26,635 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2019 26,060 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2018 25,392 miles

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

Pass 20 Sep 2017 24,841 miles

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

Nearside Front Inner tyre sidewall cracking

Offside Front Inner tyre sidewall cracking

Pass 26 Sep 2016 24,090 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit n/s/r 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 21 Sep 2015 23,305 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit also wearing on outside edge (4.1.E.1)

Pass 19 Sep 2014 22,201 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2013 21,032 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2012 20,056 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2011 18,554 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2010 17,606 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2009 16,588 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2008 14,631 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2007 12,200 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2006 9,407 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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BJ53 URB is a 2003 Suzuki Ignis in Silver with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 BJ53 URB, 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 BJ53 URB registered?

BJ53 URB is a 2003 Suzuki Ignis, first registered on 11 October 2003.

Is BJ53 URB safe to buy?

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