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YB53 BLK

2003 Suzuki Ignis

Blue Petrol 1490cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Nov 2022
Tests23 (16 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate69.6%

Mileage

142,318 mi
Last recorded142,318 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2021
Typical for 2003 Suzuki Ignis58,368 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYB53 BLK
MakeSuzuki
ModelIgnis
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,490cc

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MOT History

16 pass 7 fail
Pass 25 Nov 2021 142,318 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2021 142,315 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 2 Nov 2020 128,623 miles

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 27 Sep 2019 113,197 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2018 113,104 miles

Front Front Wipers Not parking Correctly all The time.

Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working Centre Stop Lamp Not Working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Nov 2017 107,074 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

wipers do not park everytime

Pass 11 Nov 2016 99,833 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2016 99,833 miles

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 11 Nov 2015 91,758 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2015 91,758 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Nov 2014 82,743 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2013 73,626 miles

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

Fail 16 Nov 2012 63,395 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 16 Nov 2012 63,395 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 28 Sep 2011 50,119 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2010 37,800 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 26 Feb 2010 36,990 miles

Suspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing

Suspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing

both track rod end boots leaking grease

Fail 25 Feb 2010 36,990 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut upper support bearing is rough in operation (2.5.B.1b)

Nearside Front Valve stem seriously misaligned (4.1.D.1e)

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

Offside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Suspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing

Suspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing

both track rod end boots leaking grease

Pass 18 Feb 2009 31,259 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2009 31,251 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 29 Dec 2007 27,258 miles

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

Pass 15 Nov 2006 20,804 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2006 20,657 miles

Offside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Nearside 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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YB53 BLK is a 2003 Suzuki Ignis in Blue with a 1,490cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.6%.

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 YB53 BLK, 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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YB53 BLK is a 2003 Suzuki Ignis, first registered on 15 November 2003.

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