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VK53 VUV

2003 Suzuki Ignis

Red Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jun 2019
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

105,126 mi
Last recorded105,126 miles
Recorded on21 Jun 2018
Typical for 2003 Suzuki Ignis58,368 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK53 VUV
MakeSuzuki
ModelIgnis
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Jun 2018 105,126 miles

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

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

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Fail 18 Jun 2018 105,117 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 19 May 2017 99,191 miles

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 17 May 2016 94,246 miles

some play in steering rack ends

Fail 17 May 2016 94,245 miles

Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

some play in steering rack ends

Pass 1 Jun 2015 81,258 miles

o/s front wiper blade slightly deteriorated

Pass 28 May 2014 76,737 miles

Both rear brake pipes have been covered in grease

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 28 May 2014 76,737 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

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

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

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 3 May 2013 72,298 miles

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

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 4 May 2012 65,010 miles
Pass 4 May 2011 56,930 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2010 53,663 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2009 47,453 miles
Pass 6 May 2008 40,621 miles
Fail 6 May 2008 40,620 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Pass 18 Sep 2007 35,069 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2006 25,606 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 VUV is a 2003 Suzuki Ignis in Red with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 VK53 VUV, 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 VK53 VUV registered?

VK53 VUV is a 2003 Suzuki Ignis, first registered on 26 September 2003.

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The MOT history for VK53 VUV shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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