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LJ51 MGX

2001 Suzuki Ignis

Black Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Mar 2026
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

73,566 mi
Last recorded73,566 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2025
Typical for 2001 Suzuki Ignis64,715 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ51 MGX
MakeSuzuki
ModelIgnis
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2025 73,566 miles

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

N/S/F bottom ball joint securing pin suspect incorrect

Fail 26 Mar 2025 73,356 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (1.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

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

N/S/F bottom ball joint securing pin suspect incorrect

Pass 6 Mar 2024 72,720 miles

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

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 2 Mar 2023 72,288 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2022 71,892 miles

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

Fail 8 Mar 2022 71,891 miles

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 11 Mar 2021 71,478 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Mar 2020 71,032 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Apr 2019 69,536 miles

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

product on headlamps

Pass 5 Apr 2018 66,953 miles

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

Pass 31 Mar 2017 64,425 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2016 61,560 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2015 57,776 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2014 53,134 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Apr 2013 50,151 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 4 Apr 2012 46,721 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2011 43,488 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2010 40,314 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2010 40,314 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Fail 11 Mar 2009 38,474 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 11 Mar 2009 38,474 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2008 29,303 miles

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

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

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

Fail 3 Apr 2008 29,303 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

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 MGX is a 2001 Suzuki Ignis in Black with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 MGX, 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 MGX registered?

LJ51 MGX is a 2001 Suzuki Ignis, first registered on 19 September 2001.

Is LJ51 MGX safe to buy?

The MOT history for LJ51 MGX shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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