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HG53 FNT

2003 Suzuki Ignis

Green Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Sep 2026
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

105,286 mi
Last recorded105,286 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2025
Typical for 2003 Suzuki Ignis58,368 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG53 FNT
MakeSuzuki
ModelIgnis
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2025 105,286 miles

Both front suspension top mounts have slight free play.

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front to rear brake pipes lightly corroded. (1.1.11 (c))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Aug 2024 101,920 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2023 98,341 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2022 94,807 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2021 90,038 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2020 84,499 miles

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

Pass 20 Aug 2019 79,284 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2018 73,536 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp throwing direct white light to the rear (4.7.1 (a))

Fail 29 Aug 2018 73,536 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Registration plate lamp throwing direct white light to the rear (4.7.1 (a))

Pass 19 Aug 2017 69,093 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2017 69,093 miles

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened both sides (3.5.1i)

Pass 8 Sep 2016 61,469 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

items hanging from mirror but not in drivers view much

Pass 14 Sep 2015 51,047 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2014 40,580 miles

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

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

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

Pass 6 Sep 2013 30,295 miles

both rear tyres starting to perish

Pass 4 Sep 2012 25,684 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2012 25,684 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 18 Aug 2011 24,244 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2010 22,592 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2010 22,592 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 14 Aug 2009 20,978 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2008 19,629 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2007 17,706 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2006 15,685 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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HG53 FNT is a 2003 Suzuki Ignis in Green 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 HG53 FNT, 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 HG53 FNT registered?

HG53 FNT is a 2003 Suzuki Ignis, first registered on 25 September 2003.

Is HG53 FNT safe to buy?

The MOT history for HG53 FNT 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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