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BN53 PTU

2003 Suzuki Ignis

Red Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Nov 2018
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

47,352 mi
Last recorded47,352 miles
Recorded on23 Nov 2017
Typical for 2003 Suzuki Ignis58,368 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN53 PTU
MakeSuzuki
ModelIgnis
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Nov 2017 47,352 miles

Exhaust tailpipe brackets corroded/broken

Front brake pads wearing low and discs inner surfaces deteriorating

Fail 23 Nov 2017 47,352 miles

Exhaust tailpipe brackets corroded/broken

Front brake pads wearing low and discs inner surfaces deteriorating

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 9 Nov 2016 35,905 miles

Exhaust tailpipe bracket corroded/broken

Fail 9 Nov 2016 35,905 miles

Exhaust tailpipe bracket corroded/broken

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

Pass 21 Nov 2015 29,320 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2014 21,043 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)

slight bind o/s/r brake

Fail 18 Nov 2014 21,043 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

slight bind o/s/r brake

Pass 25 Nov 2013 10,943 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2012 10,575 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2011 100,038 miles

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

Pass 1 Sep 2011 10,038 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2010 9,578 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2009 8,922 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2008 8,220 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2007 7,587 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2006 6,633 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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BN53 PTU is a 2003 Suzuki Ignis in Red with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 BN53 PTU, 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 BN53 PTU registered?

BN53 PTU is a 2003 Suzuki Ignis, first registered on 30 September 2003.

Is BN53 PTU safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN53 PTU shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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