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FM53 CLY

2003 Suzuki Ignis

Red Petrol 1490cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Apr 2019
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

81,027 mi
Last recorded81,027 miles
Recorded on6 Apr 2018
Typical for 2003 Suzuki Ignis58,368 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM53 CLY
MakeSuzuki
ModelIgnis
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,490cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 6 Apr 2018 81,027 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive underside floor (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive underside floor (5.2.6)

Fail 6 Apr 2018 81,027 miles

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to flexy (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded to flexy (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive underside floor (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive underside floor (5.2.6)

Pass 18 Apr 2017 76,014 miles

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

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear Torque/reaction arm slightly corroded (2.4.G.1)

Fail 12 Apr 2017 76,014 miles

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

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

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear Torque/reaction arm slightly corroded (2.4.G.1)

Pass 27 Apr 2016 73,931 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2016 73,928 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 22 Apr 2015 67,577 miles

Nearside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

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

Pass 22 Apr 2014 60,643 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2014 60,638 miles

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Pass 22 Apr 2013 55,917 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2013 55,917 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 12 Jun 2012 44,191 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

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

wipers slightly smearing

Pass 4 Jun 2011 40,499 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2010 34,323 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2009 24,792 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2009 24,792 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 15 Oct 2008 22,528 miles

corrosion on front brake discs.

rear silencer-only secured with tempery repair.

steering wheel cover-poor fit.

Pass 8 Nov 2007 16,830 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2007 16,830 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2006 11,246 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2006 9,043 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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FM53 CLY is a 2003 Suzuki Ignis in Red with a 1,490cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 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 FM53 CLY, 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 FM53 CLY registered?

FM53 CLY is a 2003 Suzuki Ignis, first registered on 20 December 2003.

Is FM53 CLY safe to buy?

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