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GF53 LJZ

2003 Suzuki Ignis

Silver Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2021
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

71,557 mi
Last recorded71,557 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2020
Typical for 2003 Suzuki Ignis58,368 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF53 LJZ
MakeSuzuki
ModelIgnis
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2020 71,557 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2020 71,557 miles

Front Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

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

Front Exhaust silencer likely to become detached broken mount (8.1.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 Jun 2019 68,898 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2018 65,788 miles

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

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 27 Jun 2018 65,788 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Pass 23 Jun 2017 62,706 miles
Pass 18 May 2016 59,711 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2015 57,118 miles

oil leak from rusty sump on engine

Pass 18 Jun 2014 54,345 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2013 52,055 miles

nearside front tyre getting low on tread 165/70/14

nearside rear brake has slight bind

Pass 28 Jun 2012 48,400 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2012 48,400 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 7 Jul 2011 43,959 miles

both front brake discs starting to corrode

both rear tyres starting to crack

oil level very low

Pass 5 Jul 2010 38,909 miles

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

front discs pitted

nearside rear tyre cut and perished

Pass 19 Jun 2009 31,634 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2009 31,634 miles

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

Pass 11 Sep 2008 26,753 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

offside front tyre worn on edges

Pass 25 Sep 2007 22,269 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2006 16,726 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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GF53 LJZ is a 2003 Suzuki Ignis in Silver with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 GF53 LJZ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GF53 LJZ registered?

GF53 LJZ is a 2003 Suzuki Ignis, first registered on 30 September 2003.

Is GF53 LJZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF53 LJZ shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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