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DE53 EPV

2003 Suzuki Ignis

Silver Petrol 1490cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Oct 2016
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

91,532 mi
Last recorded91,532 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2015
Typical for 2003 Suzuki Ignis58,368 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE53 EPV
MakeSuzuki
ModelIgnis
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,490cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2015 91,532 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2014 89,569 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2013 85,347 miles

Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

both front tyres 3mm on edges//

general under body corrosion around mounting points//

several brake pipes corroded in fixing clips//

slight corrosion on rear brake disc edges//

slight play in steering wheel side to side//

Fail 26 Oct 2013 85,285 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2) DANGEROUS

Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

both front tyres 3mm on edges//

general under body corrosion around mounting points//

several brake pipes corroded in fixing clips//

slight corrosion on rear brake disc edges//

slight play in steering wheel side to side//

Pass 20 Oct 2012 81,173 miles

front brake discs badly worn and pitted

front inner brake pads feel low - cant see them

n/s/r tyre outer edge on 1.6mm

nail in edge of n/s/r tyre - not repairable

o/s/r tyre outer edge on 2mm

slight corrosion on both front brake pipes

slight gearbox oil leak

Fail 22 Oct 2011 77,562 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Offside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Offside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Oil leak

Pass 22 Oct 2011 77,562 miles

Oil leak

Pass 29 Oct 2010 70,351 miles

o/s/r wheel bearing slighty noisey

Pass 24 Oct 2009 60,616 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2009 60,428 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Pass 3 Oct 2008 51,025 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2007 43,635 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2007 43,408 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 6 Oct 2006 30,232 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

slight brake bind on front braes

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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DE53 EPV is a 2003 Suzuki Ignis in Silver with a 1,490cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 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 DE53 EPV, 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.

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What year was DE53 EPV registered?

DE53 EPV is a 2003 Suzuki Ignis, first registered on 30 October 2003.

Is DE53 EPV safe to buy?

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