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HG03 JBV

2003 Suzuki Ignis

Red Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jul 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

54,619 mi
Last recorded54,619 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2025
Typical for 2003 Suzuki Ignis58,368 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG03 JBV
MakeSuzuki
ModelIgnis
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2025 54,619 miles

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

Pass 10 Jul 2024 53,654 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2023 53,146 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Jul 2022 52,116 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2021 50,741 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2020 48,983 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2019 46,758 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 11 Apr 2018 45,370 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing slight play

Nearside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel steering rack (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 20 Apr 2017 44,019 miles

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

Slight noise from nearside rear wheel bearing

Pass 12 Apr 2016 42,326 miles

Slight play in nearside inner steering rack joint

Pass 13 Apr 2015 39,987 miles

Nearside Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 16 Apr 2014 37,751 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2013 35,588 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2012 32,838 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 19 Apr 2011 29,263 miles

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

Nearside Inner Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Pass 22 Apr 2010 26,146 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2010 26,146 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 14 Apr 2009 23,142 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2008 20,626 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2007 18,467 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2006 16,151 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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HG03 JBV is a 2003 Suzuki Ignis in Red with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 HG03 JBV, 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 HG03 JBV registered?

HG03 JBV is a 2003 Suzuki Ignis, first registered on 31 March 2003.

Is HG03 JBV safe to buy?

The MOT history for HG03 JBV shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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