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ML53 KXY

2003 Suzuki Ignis

Yellow Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Dec 2020
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

117,999 mi
Last recorded117,999 miles
Recorded on24 May 2019
Typical for 2003 Suzuki Ignis58,368 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationML53 KXY
MakeSuzuki
ModelIgnis
Year2003
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 May 2019 117,999 miles

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

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

Fail 23 May 2019 117,999 miles

Nearside Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Upper Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Rear Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Jun 2018 111,726 miles

Coolant leak engine ()

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 25 May 2018 111,721 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Coolant leak engine ()

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 10 May 2017 99,747 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2016 95,809 miles

front brake pads wearing thin

Fail 8 Mar 2016 95,809 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

front brake pads wearing thin

Pass 9 Mar 2015 89,779 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2014 82,406 miles

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 12 Jul 2013 79,920 miles

Rear coil springs rusty.

Slight exhaust blow.

Surface rust both front to rear brake pipes.

Pass 12 Jul 2012 68,744 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2011 67,114 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 30 Sep 2010 61,473 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2009 55,647 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2008 46,973 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2007 40,084 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 15 Sep 2006 31,227 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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ML53 KXY is a 2003 Suzuki Ignis in Yellow with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 ML53 KXY, 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.

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ML53 KXY is a 2003 Suzuki Ignis, first registered on 30 September 2003.

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