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GF53 ZYD

2003 Suzuki Ignis

Silver Petrol 1490cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Nov 2022
Tests24 (16 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

119,387 mi
Last recorded119,387 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2021
Typical for 2003 Suzuki Ignis58,368 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF53 ZYD
MakeSuzuki
ModelIgnis
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,490cc

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MOT History

16 pass 8 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2021 119,387 miles

Headlamp lens slightly defective both front lights (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Nov 2020 112,348 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))

undertrays fitted obscuring components

Fail 16 Nov 2020 112,348 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))

undertrays fitted obscuring components

Pass 20 Sep 2019 104,339 miles

Offside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

oil leek

Fail 14 Sep 2019 104,187 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

exhaust back box - outer skin corroded.

oil leek

Pass 20 Sep 2018 99,062 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2018 99,061 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Oct 2017 92,420 miles

Front number plate crack not likely to be misread

Fail 28 Sep 2017 92,368 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 19 Sep 2016 90,545 miles

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

center exhaust box corroded

Pass 28 Sep 2015 89,570 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2014 86,595 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2014 86,595 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Inner Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 3 Oct 2013 83,426 miles

Advise n/s/r tyre inner wall tear no cord showing

Advise o/s/r tyre outer wall tear no cord showing

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

Fail 2 Oct 2013 83,415 miles

Nearside Front Lower Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Advise n/s/r tyre inner wall tear no cord showing

Advise o/s/r tyre outer wall tear no cord showing

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

Fail 27 Sep 2012 79,537 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 27 Sep 2012 79,537 miles

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 28 Jul 2011 72,958 miles

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Fail 28 Jul 2011 72,958 miles

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

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

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 27 Jul 2010 58,533 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2009 48,948 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2008 37,885 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2007 31,362 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2006 28,077 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 ZYD is a 2003 Suzuki Ignis in Silver with a 1,490cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 GF53 ZYD, 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 ZYD registered?

GF53 ZYD is a 2003 Suzuki Ignis, first registered on 10 November 2003.

Is GF53 ZYD safe to buy?

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