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DC05 CJO

2005 Suzuki Ignis

Blue Petrol 1490cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Feb 2019
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

137,420 mi
Last recorded137,420 miles
Recorded on31 Jan 2018
Typical for 2005 Suzuki Ignis56,826 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDC05 CJO
MakeSuzuki
ModelIgnis
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,490cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 31 Jan 2018 137,420 miles

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Fail 29 Jan 2018 137,397 miles

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

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 17 Jan 2017 130,511 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2016 122,678 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2016 122,638 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 7 Feb 2015 115,085 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 6 Feb 2015 115,070 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 16 Apr 2014 103,553 miles

Front bumper insecure

Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

offside rear tyre has cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cord

parking brake require adjustment

windscreen slightly marcked due to prolonged use of defective wiper blade

Fail 16 Apr 2014 103,551 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Rear registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Front bumper insecure

Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

offside rear tyre has cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cord

parking brake require adjustment

windscreen slightly marcked due to prolonged use of defective wiper blade

Pass 12 Apr 2013 89,689 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2013 89,689 miles

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 29 Mar 2012 79,645 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2011 69,642 miles

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

front brake discs slight corrosion and wear

Pass 15 Apr 2010 58,925 miles

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

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

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

Pass 5 Mar 2009 48,464 miles

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

Pass 6 Mar 2008 36,754 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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DC05 CJO is a 2005 Suzuki Ignis in Blue with a 1,490cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

Across all 2005 Suzuki Ignis models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.2% with a typical mileage of 56,826 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 DC05 CJO, 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 21 years old, this Suzuki Ignis is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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DC05 CJO is a 2005 Suzuki Ignis, first registered on 8 April 2005.

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