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GV53 LFX

2003 Suzuki Ignis

Silver Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jan 2027
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

30,713 mi
Last recorded30,713 miles
Recorded on19 Jan 2026
Typical for 2003 Suzuki Ignis58,368 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV53 LFX
MakeSuzuki
ModelIgnis
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Jan 2026 30,713 miles

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

Fail 19 Jan 2026 30,713 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 23 Jan 2025 27,100 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2024 24,160 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2024 24,160 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working all (3.5 (a))

Pass 22 Sep 2022 24,149 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2021 24,036 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2020 23,816 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2020 23,816 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill corroded (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Sep 2019 23,484 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2018 22,822 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2017 22,369 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2016 21,775 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2015 20,865 miles

Rear tyres perishing/cracking

Pass 9 Oct 2014 20,055 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2013 19,444 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2012 18,767 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2011 18,219 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 17 Oct 2011 18,219 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2010 17,635 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2009 17,015 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2008 16,320 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2007 15,219 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Oct 2006 14,121 miles

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

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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GV53 LFX 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 GV53 LFX, 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 GV53 LFX registered?

GV53 LFX is a 2003 Suzuki Ignis, first registered on 1 November 2003.

Is GV53 LFX safe to buy?

The MOT history for GV53 LFX shows 24 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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