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FV55 GEK

2005 Suzuki Ignis

Red Petrol 1490cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Apr 2012
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

136,807 mi
Last recorded136,807 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2011
Typical for 2005 Suzuki Ignis56,826 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV55 GEK
MakeSuzuki
ModelIgnis
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,490cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2011 136,807 miles

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

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

soon need new wipers

Pass 30 Apr 2010 96,133 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2010 95,950 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 24 Nov 2008 45,263 miles

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

Pass 24 Nov 2008 45,263 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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FV55 GEK is a 2005 Suzuki Ignis in Red with a 1,490cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 2005 Suzuki Ignis models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.2% with a typical mileage of 56,826 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 FV55 GEK, 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 21 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 FV55 GEK registered?

FV55 GEK is a 2005 Suzuki Ignis, first registered on 25 November 2005.

Is FV55 GEK safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV55 GEK shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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