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GF53 HYV

2004 Suzuki Ignis

Red Petrol 1490cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jan 2027
Tests27 (21 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

82,015 mi
Last recorded82,015 miles
Recorded on13 Jan 2026
Typical for 2004 Suzuki Ignis58,283 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF53 HYV
MakeSuzuki
ModelIgnis
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,490cc

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MOT History

21 pass 6 fail
Pass 13 Jan 2026 82,015 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2025 81,055 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2025 81,041 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Jan 2024 79,985 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2023 79,230 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 17 Jan 2022 78,282 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Jan 2021 77,360 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2020 77,032 miles

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

Nearside Rear 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))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Jan 2019 74,698 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2019 74,698 miles

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Jan 2018 72,209 miles

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

Pass 6 Jan 2017 69,553 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2017 69,553 miles

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 23 Dec 2015 61,383 miles

Oil leak.

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

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

Fail 23 Dec 2015 61,383 miles

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Oil leak.

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

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

Pass 20 Jan 2015 54,818 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Fail 17 Jan 2015 54,809 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

rear exhaust bracket broken

Pass 17 Jan 2014 49,239 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2013 43,461 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2012 38,700 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2011 36,410 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2010 34,812 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2009 34,423 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 17 Jul 2008 33,201 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2007 32,805 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2007 28,371 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2007 28,370 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (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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GF53 HYV is a 2004 Suzuki Ignis in Red with a 1,490cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2004 Suzuki Ignis models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.8% with a typical mileage of 58,283 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 GF53 HYV, 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 22 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 GF53 HYV registered?

GF53 HYV is a 2004 Suzuki Ignis, first registered on 3 February 2004.

Is GF53 HYV safe to buy?

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