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WJ53 FUV

2003 Suzuki Ignis

Red Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Aug 2016
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

87,879 mi
Last recorded87,879 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2015
Typical for 2003 Suzuki Ignis58,368 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWJ53 FUV
MakeSuzuki
ModelIgnis
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2015 87,879 miles

Tick off slightly high

rear exhaust mount broken but exhaust supported

Fail 11 Aug 2015 87,840 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust engine idle speed too high (7.3.D.1)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Oil leak

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 20 Aug 2014 80,934 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2013 74,547 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2013 74,546 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting nut missing (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting nut missing (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 18 Aug 2012 67,707 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2011 61,523 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2011 61,523 miles

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 12 Aug 2010 55,914 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2010 55,840 miles

Front Brake lining(s) insecure (3.5.1g)

Fail 25 Feb 2009 48,751 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 25 Feb 2009 48,751 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2008 39,402 miles

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

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

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

Pass 9 Feb 2007 31,753 miles

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

idle speed high

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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WJ53 FUV is a 2003 Suzuki Ignis in Red with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 WJ53 FUV, 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 WJ53 FUV registered?

WJ53 FUV is a 2003 Suzuki Ignis, first registered on 12 September 2003.

Is WJ53 FUV safe to buy?

The MOT history for WJ53 FUV shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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