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GL53 YDM

2003 Suzuki Ignis

Silver Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Dec 2026
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

107,989 mi
Last recorded107,989 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2025
Typical for 2003 Suzuki Ignis58,368 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL53 YDM
MakeSuzuki
ModelIgnis
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Dec 2025 107,989 miles

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

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

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

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

Fail 16 Dec 2025 107,986 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

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

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

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

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

Pass 16 Dec 2024 103,949 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 7 Dec 2023 99,459 miles

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

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

Fail 5 Dec 2023 99,423 miles

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

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

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

Pass 15 Dec 2022 93,830 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Dec 2021 87,372 miles

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

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 10 Dec 2020 81,601 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Front 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))

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

Pass 19 Dec 2019 75,145 miles

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

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

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

Pass 20 Dec 2018 69,363 miles

front tyres low

o/s front brake pipe corroding

Pass 18 Dec 2017 65,308 miles

Corrosion to front brake pipes

Fail 18 Dec 2017 65,307 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Corrosion to front brake pipes

Pass 10 Dec 2016 60,079 miles

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Pass 18 Dec 2015 55,965 miles

n/s front tyre low on outer edge

rear exhaust tail pipe mount broken

Pass 20 Dec 2014 52,086 miles

front exhaust braket corroded

Pass 19 Dec 2013 48,143 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2013 48,142 miles

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

Offside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

both rear tyres cracking

nearside front tyre nearing limit

Pass 15 Dec 2012 43,259 miles

165/70/14 O/S/R TYRE DETERIORATED

Pass 17 Dec 2011 38,530 miles

165/70/14 N/S/F TYRE WORN UNEVENLY

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

Pass 18 Dec 2010 34,473 miles

Front brake discs slightly worn.

Pass 1 Dec 2009 28,541 miles

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

Pass 24 Nov 2008 23,413 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2007 19,857 miles

Windscreen stone-chipped.

Pass 8 Dec 2006 15,078 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

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

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

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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GL53 YDM is a 2003 Suzuki Ignis in Silver with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 GL53 YDM, 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 GL53 YDM registered?

GL53 YDM is a 2003 Suzuki Ignis, first registered on 20 December 2003.

Is GL53 YDM safe to buy?

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