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LJ51 EVT

2001 Suzuki Ignis

Silver Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Sep 2026
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

61,637 mi
Last recorded61,637 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2025
Typical for 2001 Suzuki Ignis64,715 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ51 EVT
MakeSuzuki
ModelIgnis
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2025 61,637 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Parking brake travel

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play Both (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Sep 2024 55,265 miles

Brake fluid level low.

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

Fail 11 Sep 2024 55,264 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Brake fluid level low.

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

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

Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

Pass 3 Feb 2023 50,405 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2,5mm (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 3 Feb 2023 50,405 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2,5mm (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 16 Nov 2021 38,095 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Oct 2020 25,519 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2019 25,353 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Nov 2018 25,048 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 1 Nov 2017 24,267 miles

Hand Brake Cable Strap Broken

Pass 1 Nov 2016 23,554 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2015 22,907 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2014 22,373 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)

Pass 21 Oct 2013 21,742 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2012 20,994 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2011 20,337 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2010 19,547 miles

nearside front steering arm has slight play

Pass 13 Nov 2009 18,620 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2009 18,620 miles

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

Pass 18 Nov 2008 17,802 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2007 16,785 miles

offside rear tyre starting to perish

Pass 6 Nov 2006 15,983 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2006 15,983 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (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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LJ51 EVT is a 2001 Suzuki Ignis in Silver with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

Across all 2001 Suzuki Ignis models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.6% with a typical mileage of 64,715 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 LJ51 EVT, 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 25 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 LJ51 EVT registered?

LJ51 EVT is a 2001 Suzuki Ignis, first registered on 22 November 2001.

Is LJ51 EVT safe to buy?

The MOT history for LJ51 EVT shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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