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FG53 PNU

2003 Suzuki Ignis

Silver Petrol 1490cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Feb 2027
Tests27 (20 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate74.1%

Mileage

108,746 mi
Last recorded108,746 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2026
Typical for 2003 Suzuki Ignis58,368 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG53 PNU
MakeSuzuki
ModelIgnis
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,490cc

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MOT History

20 pass 7 fail
Pass 9 Feb 2026 108,746 miles

Manufactures body covers installed underneath vehicle restricting visual inspection.

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

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Underside of vehicle coated in under seal restricting inspection of body/chassis and pipes

Fail 8 Feb 2026 108,746 miles

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Steering column top bearing excessively worn may be steering wheel lose (2.2.2 (b))

Manufactures body covers installed underneath vehicle restricting visual inspection.

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

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Underside of vehicle coated in under seal restricting inspection of body/chassis and pipes

Pass 19 Feb 2025 105,252 miles

Manufactures engine and body covers fitted restricting full inspection

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Under side of vehicle coated in under seal restricting inspection of body/chassis and pipes

Fail 19 Feb 2025 105,248 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Manufactures engine and body covers fitted restricting full inspection

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Under side of vehicle coated in under seal restricting inspection of body/chassis and pipes

Pass 4 Feb 2024 98,568 miles

Manufactures engine and body covers fitted restricting full inspection

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

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

Fail 4 Feb 2024 98,568 miles

Manufactures engine and body covers fitted restricting full inspection

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

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

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 11 Feb 2023 93,151 miles

Manufactures engine and body covers fitted restricting full inspection

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

led side lights fitted

Pass 1 Oct 2021 82,778 miles

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

Fail 20 Sep 2021 82,778 miles

Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded front-to-rear (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases silencer (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 13 Oct 2020 79,165 miles

Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Front Position lamp incorrect colour x2 (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Oct 2019 74,710 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened x2 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Oct 2018 66,735 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2018 66,733 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 21 Sep 2017 55,724 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2016 52,470 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2015 48,907 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2014 45,264 miles

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 30 Sep 2014 45,264 miles

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

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 14 Oct 2013 41,289 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2012 37,194 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2011 32,106 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2010 27,736 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2009 23,727 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2008 19,734 miles

both front tyres on legal limit on innere and outer edges

offside front brake disc corroded on inner surface

Pass 6 Oct 2007 14,502 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2006 11,054 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2006 11,014 miles

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

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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FG53 PNU is a 2003 Suzuki Ignis in Silver with a 1,490cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 74.1%.

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 FG53 PNU, 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 FG53 PNU registered?

FG53 PNU is a 2003 Suzuki Ignis, first registered on 15 October 2003.

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