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GF53 VOB

2003 Suzuki Ignis

Black Petrol 1500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jun 2026
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

61,373 mi
Last recorded61,373 miles
Recorded on24 May 2025
Typical for 2003 Suzuki Ignis58,368 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF53 VOB
MakeSuzuki
ModelIgnis
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,500cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 May 2025 61,373 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 3 Jun 2024 56,425 miles
Fail 22 May 2024 56,420 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 19 May 2023 47,262 miles

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 19 May 2022 39,817 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 11 May 2021 36,124 miles

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

Front Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 22 May 2020 35,863 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 23 May 2019 34,189 miles
Pass 3 May 2018 32,825 miles

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

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

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

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

Rear brake pads are wearing a bit low

Pass 15 May 2017 31,106 miles
Pass 25 May 2016 29,986 miles
Pass 13 May 2015 28,560 miles
Pass 23 May 2014 27,448 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2013 25,371 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2012 24,373 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2011 22,836 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2010 20,783 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 10 Dec 2008 19,145 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2007 14,590 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2006 11,285 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 VOB is a 2003 Suzuki Ignis in Black with a 1,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 VOB, 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 GF53 VOB registered?

GF53 VOB is a 2003 Suzuki Ignis, first registered on 31 October 2003.

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