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VU02 BUW

2002 Suzuki Ignis

Red Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 May 2017
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

81,115 mi
Last recorded81,115 miles
Recorded on6 Dec 2017
Typical for 2002 Suzuki Ignis60,344 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU02 BUW
MakeSuzuki
ModelIgnis
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Fail 6 Dec 2017 81,115 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

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

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

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Rear exhaust hanger broken

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

Pass 18 May 2016 69,819 miles
Fail 18 May 2016 69,819 miles

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Pass 20 May 2015 62,015 miles
Fail 20 May 2015 62,015 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Pass 20 May 2014 52,575 miles
Fail 20 May 2014 52,575 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Pass 26 Nov 2013 46,871 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2012 42,092 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2012 40,856 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2011 33,267 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2010 28,760 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2009 27,357 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2008 25,905 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2008 25,891 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 20 Jun 2007 23,325 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2006 19,471 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2005 14,856 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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VU02 BUW is a 2002 Suzuki Ignis in Red with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

Across all 2002 Suzuki Ignis models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.6% with a typical mileage of 60,344 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 VU02 BUW, 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 24 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 VU02 BUW registered?

VU02 BUW is a 2002 Suzuki Ignis, first registered on 27 June 2002.

Is VU02 BUW safe to buy?

The MOT history for VU02 BUW shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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