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KS53 APU

2003 Suzuki Ignis

Silver Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Sep 2016
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

112,715 mi
Last recorded112,715 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2015
Typical for 2003 Suzuki Ignis58,368 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS53 APU
MakeSuzuki
ModelIgnis
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2015 112,715 miles

Offside Rear shock loss of damping effect

Fail 16 Sep 2015 112,712 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously obscured affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Offside Rear shock loss of damping effect

Pass 18 Sep 2014
Pass 10 Dec 2013 87,765 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2012 81,145 miles

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

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

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

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

n/s/r shock absorber damp and weak

o/s/f spring touching inner wing?

rear exhaust mount broken but exhaust just about secure

Fail 6 Dec 2012 81,137 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

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

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

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

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

n/s/r shock absorber damp and weak

o/s/f spring touching inner wing?

rear exhaust mount broken but exhaust just about secure

Pass 22 Nov 2011 73,002 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 6 Dec 2010 64,427 miles

front tyres wearing on inner edges

Pass 2 Dec 2009 77,435 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2008 46,831 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2007 39,745 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Lower Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 27 Nov 2007 39,745 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Rear Lower Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Lower Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 4 Dec 2006 29,183 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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KS53 APU is a 2003 Suzuki Ignis in Silver with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 KS53 APU, 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 KS53 APU registered?

KS53 APU is a 2003 Suzuki Ignis, first registered on 19 December 2003.

Is KS53 APU safe to buy?

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