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SM03 SYF

2003 Suzuki Ignis

Black Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Feb 2018
Tests22 (12 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate54.5%

Mileage

69,680 mi
Last recorded69,680 miles
Recorded on10 Feb 2017
Typical for 2003 Suzuki Ignis58,368 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM03 SYF
MakeSuzuki
ModelIgnis
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

12 pass 10 fail
Pass 10 Feb 2017 69,680 miles

Oil leak ()

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

Fail 6 Feb 2017 69,014 miles

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Oil leak ()

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

Pass 3 Feb 2016 58,192 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2016 58,192 miles

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 2 Feb 2015 55,978 miles

Exhaust system corroded.

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Fail 2 Feb 2015 55,978 miles

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

Exhaust system corroded.

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 17 Jan 2014 53,983 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2014 53,983 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 25 Jan 2013 51,236 miles

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

Fail 25 Jan 2013 51,236 miles

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

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

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

Pass 27 Jan 2012 47,896 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2012 47,896 miles

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

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

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

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

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

Pass 26 Jan 2011 44,144 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2010 39,314 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 22 Jan 2010 39,314 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2009 34,636 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2009 34,636 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Pass 28 Jan 2008 30,298 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2008 30,298 miles

Front brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 25 Jan 2007 24,479 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2007 24,479 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 30 Jan 2006 14,964 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

both rear tyres have wear on outer and inner edges and they only just pass

offside rear tyre has a nail in the tread area

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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SM03 SYF is a 2003 Suzuki Ignis in Black with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 54.5%.

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 SM03 SYF, 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 SM03 SYF registered?

SM03 SYF is a 2003 Suzuki Ignis, first registered on 28 May 2003.

Is SM03 SYF safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM03 SYF shows 22 tests with a 54.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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