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FL53 EFF

2003 Suzuki Ignis

Silver Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jan 2027
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

57,055 mi
Last recorded57,055 miles
Recorded on9 Jan 2026
Typical for 2003 Suzuki Ignis58,368 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL53 EFF
MakeSuzuki
ModelIgnis
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Jan 2026 57,055 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Coil spring corroded All (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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 Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Underside corroded in areas

Pass 17 Dec 2024 53,640 miles

Coil spring corroded all four (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Dec 2023 50,900 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Jan 2023 46,528 miles

Offside Front vehicle damage

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Pass 13 Oct 2021 44,373 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 14 Oct 2020 43,112 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2019 41,113 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2018 38,600 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Oct 2017 36,600 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2016 34,953 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2015 33,209 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2014 30,575 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2013 28,268 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2012 26,299 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2011 25,268 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2010 23,840 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2009 21,009 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2008 18,015 miles

nearside front tyre wearing on outer edge

offside front tyre wearing on outer edge

Pass 27 Sep 2007 14,904 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2006 12,331 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2006 12,331 miles

Nearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 11 Apr 2006 10,648 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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FL53 EFF is a 2003 Suzuki Ignis in Silver with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

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 FL53 EFF, 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 FL53 EFF registered?

FL53 EFF is a 2003 Suzuki Ignis, first registered on 19 September 2003.

Is FL53 EFF safe to buy?

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