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SM03 UFE

2003 Suzuki Ignis

Silver Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Nov 2025
Tests25 (20 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

76,397 mi
Last recorded76,397 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2024
Typical for 2003 Suzuki Ignis58,368 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM03 UFE
MakeSuzuki
ModelIgnis
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

20 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2024 76,397 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 11 Nov 2024 76,396 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 10 Nov 2023 67,641 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

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

Pass 14 Nov 2022 66,795 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2021 66,303 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2021 66,303 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Feb 2021 66,262 miles

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

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

Fail 8 Feb 2021 66,261 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid level significantly below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

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

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 6 Feb 2020 65,871 miles
Pass 7 May 2019 63,002 miles

Nearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play Slight play in inner steering arm (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect Light misting of oil from shock (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Shock top bush slightly worn (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 1 May 2018 59,494 miles
Pass 12 May 2017 55,976 miles

EML lamp illuminated

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

Pass 11 May 2016 51,631 miles

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

Pass 15 May 2015 46,801 miles

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

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 May 2014 42,654 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 21 May 2013 39,470 miles

front wipers slightly smeary

Fail 21 May 2013 39,470 miles

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

front wipers slightly smeary

Fail 12 Jun 2012 74,317 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 12 Jun 2012 74,317 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2011 52,416 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 21 Jun 2010 31,591 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2009 31,006 miles
Pass 7 May 2008 27,362 miles
Pass 13 May 2007 19,385 miles
Pass 1 May 2006 11,697 miles

ALL TYRES HEAVILY PERISHED ON SIDEWALLS ALMOST TO EXCESS

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 UFE is a 2003 Suzuki Ignis in Silver 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 SM03 UFE, 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 UFE registered?

SM03 UFE is a 2003 Suzuki Ignis, first registered on 7 May 2003.

Is SM03 UFE safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM03 UFE shows 25 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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