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VA03 PLJ

2003 Suzuki Ignis

Black Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Nov 2026
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

49,163 mi
Last recorded49,163 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2025
Typical for 2003 Suzuki Ignis58,368 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVA03 PLJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelIgnis
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2025 49,163 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 28 Oct 2024 43,564 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 7 Nov 2023 36,727 miles
Pass 4 May 2022 35,028 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 20 Feb 2021 34,741 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2021 34,740 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Dec 2019 34,734 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2018 34,197 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2017 33,933 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2016 33,242 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2016 33,242 miles

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 11 Aug 2015 32,784 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2014 32,319 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2013 31,967 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2012 31,545 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2011 30,885 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2010 29,992 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2009 28,924 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2008 27,810 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2008 27,810 miles

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

Pass 9 Aug 2007 26,465 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2007 26,431 miles

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

all tyres worn on edges

Pass 15 Jul 2006 22,169 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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VA03 PLJ is a 2003 Suzuki Ignis in Black with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 VA03 PLJ, 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 VA03 PLJ registered?

VA03 PLJ is a 2003 Suzuki Ignis, first registered on 13 August 2003.

Is VA03 PLJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for VA03 PLJ shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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