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VA03 SVJ

2003 Suzuki Ignis

Silver Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Mar 2023
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

86,477 mi
Last recorded86,477 miles
Recorded on12 Mar 2022
Typical for 2003 Suzuki Ignis58,368 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVA03 SVJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelIgnis
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Mar 2022 86,477 miles

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

corroded brake pipes at load sensing valve

front brake imbalance near limit

Pass 15 Mar 2021 70,947 miles

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

exhaust tail pipe bracket rusted away

Fail 15 Mar 2021 70,947 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

exhaust tail pipe bracket rusted away

Pass 10 Mar 2020 56,172 miles

both headlamp lenses deteriorated near to legal limit recommend early repair

front anti roll bar to track control arm [nearside& offside ] securing nuts heavily corroded recommend early replacement

Fail 10 Mar 2020 56,172 miles

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

both headlamp lenses deteriorated near to legal limit recommend early repair

front anti roll bar to track control arm [nearside& offside ] securing nuts heavily corroded recommend early replacement

Pass 4 Mar 2019 52,675 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2018 48,958 miles

both front tyres near wear bars recommend early renewal 165/70r14 81t

Fail 28 Feb 2018 48,958 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

both front tyres near wear bars recommend early renewal 165/70r14 81t

Pass 2 Mar 2017 44,522 miles

front exhaust bracket cracked at weld

Pass 1 Mar 2016 38,556 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2015 33,155 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2014 28,349 miles

front brake discs heavily pitted/corrodid but not seriously weakened,recomend early renewal

nail in nearside rear tyre,both rear tyres near wear bars

Pass 27 Feb 2013 23,462 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

front brake discs heavily pitted

Pass 29 Feb 2012 18,659 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2011 14,278 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2010 9,956 miles

tyre side walls becoming perished 165/70R14

Pass 6 Mar 2009 5,527 miles
Pass 19 May 2008 5,179 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2007 4,770 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2006 3,888 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 SVJ is a 2003 Suzuki Ignis in Silver with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 SVJ, 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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What year was VA03 SVJ registered?

VA03 SVJ is a 2003 Suzuki Ignis, first registered on 5 August 2003.

Is VA03 SVJ safe to buy?

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