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GR03 LWE

2003 Suzuki Ignis

Yellow Petrol 1490cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jan 2027
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

110,793 mi
Last recorded110,793 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2026
Typical for 2003 Suzuki Ignis58,368 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGR03 LWE
MakeSuzuki
ModelIgnis
Year2003
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,490cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2026 110,793 miles

Corrosion starting at rear chassis and suspension components.

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 30 Jan 2025 106,948 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2025 106,889 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

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

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Jan 2024 103,443 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2023 98,255 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2023 98,245 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 6 Jan 2022 92,568 miles

Coolant leak ()

Front Exhaust hanger corroded and broken

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust box corroded

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 31 Dec 2020 86,687 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2019 81,115 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2018 79,511 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2018 79,506 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Sep 2017 77,547 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 14 Sep 2017 77,530 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 29 May 2015 76,026 miles
Pass 27 May 2014 71,227 miles
Pass 23 May 2013 64,005 miles
Pass 29 May 2012 59,375 miles
Pass 4 May 2011 54,542 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

both front brake discs pitted

Pass 29 Apr 2010 51,094 miles

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

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

Pass 5 May 2009 45,851 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

offside rear tyre slightly deteriorated

Pass 24 Apr 2008 37,456 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2007 36,405 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2006 27,580 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2006 27,580 miles

Nearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

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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GR03 LWE is a 2003 Suzuki Ignis in Yellow with a 1,490cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

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 GR03 LWE, 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 GR03 LWE registered?

GR03 LWE is a 2003 Suzuki Ignis, first registered on 25 July 2003.

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