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SO03 UAS

2003 Suzuki Ignis

Red Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Dec 2019
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

104,580 mi
Last recorded104,580 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2018
Typical for 2003 Suzuki Ignis58,368 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSO03 UAS
MakeSuzuki
ModelIgnis
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 5 Dec 2018 104,580 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Oct 2017 94,950 miles

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

Oil leak At Sump ()

Fail 6 Oct 2017 94,947 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust engine idle speed too high (7.3.D.1)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Oil leak At Sump ()

Fail 27 Jun 2017 94,915 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both blades (8.2.2)

Horn emits two or more alternating tones (1.6.2d)

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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

sump porous

Pass 29 Jun 2016 91,760 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2016 91,759 miles

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 165/70/14 (4.1.E.1)

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 24 Jun 2015 85,069 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2014 76,318 miles

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

Pass 5 Jun 2013 68,406 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2012 61,141 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2011 53,239 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2011 53,239 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 25 Jun 2010 45,698 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2010 45,698 miles

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

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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 24 Jun 2009 36,261 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2008 29,406 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2007 22,278 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2006 16,023 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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SO03 UAS is a 2003 Suzuki Ignis in Red with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 SO03 UAS, 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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SO03 UAS is a 2003 Suzuki Ignis, first registered on 30 June 2003.

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