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SA53 WKF

2003 Suzuki Ignis

Red Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jun 2027
Tests25 (20 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

57,490 mi
Last recorded57,490 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2026
Typical for 2003 Suzuki Ignis58,368 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSA53 WKF
MakeSuzuki
ModelIgnis
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

20 pass 5 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2026 57,490 miles

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

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

Nearside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded and both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Apr 2025 53,160 miles

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

Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Apr 2024 45,322 miles

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

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both rear outer sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Dec 2022 33,849 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2021 33,120 miles

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Nov 2020 32,226 miles

Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both rear corroded (5.3.2 (b))

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Nov 2019 31,499 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2019 31,495 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 17 Oct 2018 30,457 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Oil leak, but not excessive drive shaft seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 17 Oct 2018 30,457 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Oil leak, but not excessive drive shaft seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 6 Nov 2017 29,346 miles

offside gearbox seal leaking

Pass 10 Nov 2016 28,094 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 9 Nov 2016 28,094 miles

Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 4 Nov 2015 26,424 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Nov 2014 25,136 miles

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

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

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

Pass 28 Oct 2013 23,852 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2012 22,637 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2012 22,637 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 25 Oct 2011 21,368 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2010 20,064 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2009 18,008 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2009 18,008 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 5 Nov 2008 15,794 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2007 13,731 miles

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

Pass 5 Sep 2006 11,231 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 WKF is a 2003 Suzuki Ignis in Red with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 SA53 WKF, 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 WKF registered?

SA53 WKF is a 2003 Suzuki Ignis, first registered on 15 September 2003.

Is SA53 WKF safe to buy?

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