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FH53 RVW

2003 Suzuki Ignis

Silver Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Oct 2026
Tests25 (20 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

57,027 mi
Last recorded57,027 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2025
Typical for 2003 Suzuki Ignis58,368 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH53 RVW
MakeSuzuki
ModelIgnis
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

20 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 Oct 2025 57,027 miles

Exhaust mounting defective snapped on front pipe (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Oct 2024 56,003 miles

Offside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 16 Oct 2024 56,001 miles

Headlamp lens seriously defective both sides, no pattern being produced (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Oct 2023 54,664 miles

Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Oct 2022 53,672 miles

Fuel Pipe/s corroded filler neck ()

Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-lock braking system component slightly damaged reluctor ring heavily corroded (1.6 (e))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Rear Coil spring corroded both coils (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 26 Oct 2021 52,763 miles

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both sides (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

nearside front ABS reluctor ring heavily corroded

rear exhaust silencer mounting bracket hanger heavily corroded

Fail 21 Oct 2021 52,763 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear x2 (1.1.11 (c))

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both sides (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

nearside front ABS reluctor ring heavily corroded

rear exhaust silencer mounting bracket hanger heavily corroded

Pass 16 Oct 2020 52,086 miles

Rear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Oct 2019 51,087 miles

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

Pass 8 Oct 2018 49,020 miles

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

Pass 9 Oct 2017 47,269 miles

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

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded both sides (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 4 Oct 2016 45,652 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 13 Oct 2015 44,345 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 14 Oct 2014 42,251 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2013 40,295 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2013 40,295 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Pass 15 Oct 2012 39,118 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2011 37,708 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

o/s/f abs ring broken

Fail 11 Oct 2010 36,397 miles

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 11 Oct 2010 36,397 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2009 33,837 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2008 31,975 miles

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

SLIGHT BIND N/S/F BRAKE

Pass 21 Dec 2007 29,988 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2006 27,632 miles
Fail 20 Dec 2006 27,331 miles

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

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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FH53 RVW is a 2003 Suzuki Ignis in Silver with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 FH53 RVW, 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 FH53 RVW registered?

FH53 RVW is a 2003 Suzuki Ignis, first registered on 22 December 2003.

Is FH53 RVW safe to buy?

The MOT history for FH53 RVW shows 25 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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