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GV53 TXE

2003 Suzuki Ignis

Blue Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Dec 2021
Tests24 (15 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

126,305 mi
Last recorded126,305 miles
Recorded on14 Dec 2020
Typical for 2003 Suzuki Ignis58,368 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV53 TXE
MakeSuzuki
ModelIgnis
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

15 pass 9 fail
Pass 14 Dec 2020 126,305 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

front brake discs getting thin

slight play in nsf track rod end

Pass 5 Nov 2019 123,652 miles

play in osf lower ball joint

Pass 11 Nov 2018 117,593 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 17 Oct 2017 111,181 miles

fuel filler neck not fully mounted

vehicle rusty underneath

Fail 16 Oct 2017 111,180 miles

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (2.4.A.3)

Stop lamp not working middle (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

fuel filler neck not fully mounted

vehicle rusty underneath

Pass 10 Nov 2016 109,519 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2016 109,495 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported forward mounting bracket broken (7.1.1)

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 6 Nov 2015 16,170 miles

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

Fail 5 Nov 2015 106,170 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (5.2.6)

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

Pass 24 Oct 2014 103,054 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2014 103,054 miles

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 31 Oct 2013 100,406 miles

advise on corroded fuel filler neck pipe

advise on front brake flexi ferrules corroded

Fail 30 Oct 2013 100,406 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

advise all 4 tyres perished

advise on corroded fuel filler neck pipe

advise on front brake flexi ferrules corroded

Pass 25 Oct 2012 98,286 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2012 98,285 miles

Offside Rear rear brake grabbing severely (3.7.A.5b)

Pass 2 Nov 2011 93,609 miles

n/s/r/ tyre has crackes in tread rear brakes noisey

Pass 5 Nov 2010 88,433 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

both front wiper blades split but still adequately clearing the windscreen

Fail 5 Nov 2010 88,433 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

both front wiper blades split but still adequately clearing the windscreen

Pass 13 Nov 2009 81,848 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2009 81,848 miles

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Macpherson strut upper support bearing is rough in operation (2.5.B.1b)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 7 Nov 2008 72,650 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 14 Nov 2007 5,359 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2007 5,359 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 15 Nov 2006 45,032 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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GV53 TXE is a 2003 Suzuki Ignis in Blue with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 GV53 TXE, 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 GV53 TXE registered?

GV53 TXE is a 2003 Suzuki Ignis, first registered on 30 October 2003.

Is GV53 TXE safe to buy?

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