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VE03 ARF

2003 Suzuki Ignis

Silver Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jan 2027
Tests28 (21 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

69,606 mi
Last recorded69,606 miles
Recorded on20 Jan 2026
Typical for 2003 Suzuki Ignis58,368 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVE03 ARF
MakeSuzuki
ModelIgnis
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

21 pass 7 fail
Pass 20 Jan 2026 69,606 miles

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Fail 19 Jan 2026 69,603 miles

Front Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Pass 23 Jan 2025 58,953 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Jan 2024 52,061 miles

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material rear limiter valve to hose (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material rear limiter valve to hose (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 28 Jan 2023 49,712 miles

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))

Fail 23 Jan 2023 49,707 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

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))

Pass 22 Jan 2022 49,334 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material O/S/R AND N/S/R (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 22 Jan 2022 49,334 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material O/S/R AND N/S/R (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 22 Jan 2021 48,870 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2020 48,214 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Jan 2019 47,291 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2018 46,197 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2018 46,197 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 17 Jan 2017 44,895 miles

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

Fail 17 Jan 2017 44,895 miles

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 19 Jan 2016 43,541 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Jan 2015 42,072 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2014 41,141 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2013 38,684 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2012 35,711 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2011 33,115 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2010 29,945 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Inner Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Inner Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 26 Jan 2009 26,544 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2008 23,889 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2008 23,880 miles

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 3 May 2007 18,227 miles
Fail 3 May 2007 18,227 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 24 Apr 2006 13,711 miles

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

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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VE03 ARF is a 2003 Suzuki Ignis in Silver with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 28 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 VE03 ARF, 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 VE03 ARF registered?

VE03 ARF is a 2003 Suzuki Ignis, first registered on 29 April 2003.

Is VE03 ARF safe to buy?

The MOT history for VE03 ARF shows 28 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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