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GK55 VYA

2005 Suzuki Ignis

Red Petrol 1490cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Dec 2023
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

97,180 mi
Last recorded97,180 miles
Recorded on28 Dec 2022
Typical for 2005 Suzuki Ignis56,826 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK55 VYA
MakeSuzuki
ModelIgnis
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,490cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Dec 2022 97,180 miles

Rear Coil spring corroded Rear coil springs corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Oct 2021 93,814 miles

Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

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

Fail 6 Oct 2021 93,814 miles

Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

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

Pass 17 Oct 2020 91,191 miles

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

Fail 17 Oct 2020 91,191 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

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

Pass 14 Oct 2019 87,727 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 11 Oct 2018 81,739 miles

Front Lower engine sump slight corrosion

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

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front shock absorber top mount has slight play

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front shock absorber top mount has slight play

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Oct 2017 77,326 miles

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced offside and nearside headlamps (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit wearing on outer edge (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit wearing on outer edge (4.1.E.1)

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

Rear coil spring corroded offside and nearside coil springs (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 10 Oct 2016 72,919 miles

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

Pass 9 Oct 2015 68,643 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2014 63,013 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

both front tyres cracking showing signs of deteriation

Pass 8 Oct 2013 85,142 miles

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

Pass 24 Oct 2012 40,598 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2011 29,510 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2010 16,559 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2009 13,906 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2008 10,190 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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GK55 VYA is a 2005 Suzuki Ignis in Red with a 1,490cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 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 GK55 VYA, 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.

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What year was GK55 VYA registered?

GK55 VYA is a 2005 Suzuki Ignis, first registered on 20 October 2005.

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