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SA53 VUU

2003 Suzuki Ignis

Red Petrol 1490cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Dec 2011
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

74,467 mi
Last recorded74,467 miles
Recorded on16 Dec 2010
Typical for 2003 Suzuki Ignis58,368 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSA53 VUU
MakeSuzuki
ModelIgnis
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,490cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Dec 2010 74,467 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2010 74,467 miles

Offside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

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)

rear brake discs corroded.

slight front brake imbalance

Pass 30 Nov 2009 64,018 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 18 Nov 2008 66,087 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2008 66,071 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h) DANGEROUS

Pass 30 Oct 2007 62,731 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 25 Oct 2006 43,592 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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SA53 VUU is a 2003 Suzuki Ignis in Red with a 1,490cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 SA53 VUU, 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 SA53 VUU registered?

SA53 VUU is a 2003 Suzuki Ignis, first registered on 27 October 2003.

Is SA53 VUU safe to buy?

The MOT history for SA53 VUU shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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