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VK53 UXF

2003 Suzuki Ignis

Blue Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jul 2025
Tests26 (19 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate73.1%

Mileage

62,609 mi
Last recorded62,609 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2024
Typical for 2003 Suzuki Ignis58,368 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK53 UXF
MakeSuzuki
ModelIgnis
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

19 pass 7 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2024 62,609 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2023 59,683 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2022 56,877 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2022 56,872 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Jul 2021 54,645 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 13 Jul 2021 54,645 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 9 Jul 2020 53,848 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2019 52,814 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2018 51,515 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2017 50,040 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2016 48,440 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2015 47,032 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Fail 23 Jul 2015 47,032 miles

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

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

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

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 22 Aug 2014 42,970 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Nearside coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

slight movement in nearside + offside top leg mountings

Fail 22 Aug 2014 42,970 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Nearside coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

slight movement in nearside + offside top leg mountings

Pass 28 Aug 2013 38,165 miles

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside rear tyre has slight cracking to outer sidewall

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 18 Aug 2012 34,299 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 18 Aug 2012 34,299 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 27 Aug 2011 31,208 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 27 Aug 2011 31,208 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 28 Aug 2010 28,331 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2010 28,331 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 19 Sep 2009 25,090 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2008 21,488 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2007 16,964 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2006 12,284 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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VK53 UXF is a 2003 Suzuki Ignis in Blue with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.1%.

Across all 2003 Suzuki Ignis models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.1% with a typical mileage of 58,368 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 VK53 UXF, 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 VK53 UXF registered?

VK53 UXF is a 2003 Suzuki Ignis, first registered on 30 September 2003.

Is VK53 UXF safe to buy?

The MOT history for VK53 UXF shows 26 tests with a 73.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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