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SD53 OVT

2003 Suzuki Ignis

Yellow Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Dec 2018
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

90,359 mi
Last recorded90,359 miles
Recorded on27 Dec 2017
Typical for 2003 Suzuki Ignis58,368 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSD53 OVT
MakeSuzuki
ModelIgnis
Year2003
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 27 Dec 2017 90,359 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules All hoses fitted (3.6.B.4e)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened Both front (2.4.G.1)

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

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

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak ()

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

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Offside rear and nearside rear (2.4.A.3)

Fail 8 Dec 2017 90,270 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp is missing. (3.4.1a)

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules All hoses fitted (3.6.B.4e)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened Both front (2.4.G.1)

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

Oil leak ()

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

Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint Nearside front and offside front (2.4.G.2)

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Offside rear and nearside rear (2.4.A.3)

Pass 14 Dec 2016 83,230 miles

Oil leak on engine

Fail 9 Dec 2016 83,230 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front Ball joint has excessive play steering rack inner tie rod end (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working side light (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Ball joint has excessive play steering inner tie rod end (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Oil leak on engine

Pass 4 Dec 2015 75,596 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

exhaust hanger broken

oil leak

Pass 6 Dec 2014 69,541 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

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

Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 21 Oct 2013 66,945 miles

Nearside Rear Trailing arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

front shock absorbers slightly reduced damping effect

fuel filler neck corroded

sump corroded and leaking slightly

Fail 18 Oct 2013 66,945 miles

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

Offside Rear Trailing arm corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Rear Trailing arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

fuel filler neck corroded

sump corroded and leaking slightly

Pass 18 Oct 2012 54,455 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

both front brake discs worn

oil leak

Pass 20 Oct 2011 42,723 miles

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

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

front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Fail 20 Oct 2011 42,723 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

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

front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 6 Oct 2010 36,178 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2010 36,178 miles

Front registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)

Offside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Front brake discs corroded

Pass 12 Oct 2009 30,144 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2009 30,144 miles

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

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

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

Pass 13 Oct 2008 23,825 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2007 19,445 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2006 15,814 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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SD53 OVT is a 2003 Suzuki Ignis in Yellow with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 SD53 OVT, 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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SD53 OVT is a 2003 Suzuki Ignis, first registered on 30 September 2003.

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