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YC53 HEO

2003 Suzuki Ignis

Red Petrol 1490cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Oct 2014
Tests15 (8 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate53.3%

Mileage

96,868 mi
Last recorded96,868 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2013
Typical for 2003 Suzuki Ignis58,368 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC53 HEO
MakeSuzuki
ModelIgnis
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,490cc

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MOT History

8 pass 7 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2013 96,868 miles

Tow ball/hitch not fitted at time of test

Fail 10 Oct 2013 96,868 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Tow ball/hitch not fitted at time of test

Pass 9 Oct 2012 84,634 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 9 Oct 2012 84,634 miles

Nearside front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)

Offside front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 19 Oct 2011 74,209 miles

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

Fail 14 Oct 2011 74,194 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Oct 2010 61,163 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2009 48,645 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2009 48,645 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Fail 16 Oct 2008 35,452 miles

Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Pass 16 Oct 2008 35,452 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2007 32,516 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2007 32,513 miles

Front registration plate margin less than the minimum requirement (6.3.4g)

Pass 1 Dec 2006 23,703 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2006 23,703 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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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YC53 HEO is a 2003 Suzuki Ignis in Red with a 1,490cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 53.3%.

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 YC53 HEO, 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

How do I check the history of YC53 HEO?

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What year was YC53 HEO registered?

YC53 HEO is a 2003 Suzuki Ignis, first registered on 8 November 2003.

Is YC53 HEO safe to buy?

The MOT history for YC53 HEO shows 15 tests with a 53.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YC53 HEO have outstanding finance?

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