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DG54 VTM

2004 Suzuki Ignis

Silver Petrol 1490cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Aug 2026
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

96,182 mi
Last recorded96,182 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2026
Typical for 2004 Suzuki Ignis58,283 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG54 VTM
MakeSuzuki
ModelIgnis
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,490cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Fail 31 Jul 2026 96,182 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering sill (6.1.1 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Integral body structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering sill (6.1.1 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 17 Jul 2025 88,267 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2024 86,314 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear fuel filler hose corroded

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front play in steering rack area

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Aug 2023 83,674 miles

Front minor play in steering rack area

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front fog light insecure

Fail 1 Aug 2023 83,673 miles

Brake performance unable to be tested pipe burst on test, rear imbalance, (1.2.1 (g))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front minor play in steering rack area

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front fog light insecure

Pass 26 Jul 2022 81,290 miles

Nearside Front fog light loose

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) possibly rack but further investigation required

Pass 24 Jul 2021 79,973 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 3 Aug 2020 78,369 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 12 Jun 2019 76,461 miles

Exhaust mounting defective bracket broken (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to hose (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to hose (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to hose (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 14 Jun 2018 75,020 miles

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear, at rear (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear, at rear (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 9 Jun 2017 73,601 miles

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

Pass 9 Jun 2016 80,335 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Jun 2015 65,331 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2014 61,237 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2013 56,373 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2012 52,192 miles

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

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

engine oil sump slightly corroded

Pass 15 Jun 2012 52,192 miles

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

engine oil sump slightly corroded

Pass 14 Jun 2011 48,018 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2010 46,615 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2010 46,588 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Pass 21 Sep 2009 37,031 miles

Offside Inner Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 17 Sep 2008 28,555 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2007 19,503 miles

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

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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DG54 VTM is a 2004 Suzuki Ignis in Silver with a 1,490cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

Across all 2004 Suzuki Ignis models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.8% with a typical mileage of 58,283 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 DG54 VTM, 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 22 years old, this Suzuki Ignis is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was DG54 VTM registered?

DG54 VTM is a 2004 Suzuki Ignis, first registered on 20 September 2004.

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