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FV03 VCP

2003 Suzuki Ignis

Blue Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Aug 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

72,743 mi
Last recorded72,743 miles
Recorded on31 Aug 2017
Typical for 2003 Suzuki Ignis58,368 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV03 VCP
MakeSuzuki
ModelIgnis
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Aug 2017 72,743 miles

Brake valve corroded but not excessively weakened (3.6.A.2b)

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules N/s and o/s (3.6.B.4e)

Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment N/s and o/s (2.5.A.1c)

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced N/s and o/s (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded N/s and o/s (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive N/s and o/s (5.2.6)

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

Various suspension components corroded on the front and rear of vehicle

rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 8 Jul 2016 68,622 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules both sides (3.6.B.4e)

Front coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)

Front exhaust bracket broken

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

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Oil leak gear box ()

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged both (4.1.D.1e)

Rear coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)

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

various parts of rear suspension corroded

Pass 8 Jul 2015 64,189 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

front tyres getting low worn on inner edge

Pass 9 Jul 2014 59,906 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 22 Jun 2013 51,983 miles

Front exhaust mounting broken.

Rear number plate de-laminating.

Rear tyres perishing.

Fail 22 Jun 2013 51,983 miles

All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Front exhaust mounting broken.

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Rear number plate de-laminating.

Rear tyres perishing.

Pass 26 Jun 2012 47,739 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2011 43,367 miles

Tyres have cracks in tread and sidewalls.

Pass 17 Jun 2010 38,166 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2009 37,037 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2008 36,095 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2007 35,375 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2006 34,008 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 29 Jun 2006 34,008 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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FV03 VCP is a 2003 Suzuki Ignis in Blue with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 FV03 VCP, 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 FV03 VCP registered?

FV03 VCP is a 2003 Suzuki Ignis, first registered on 17 June 2003.

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