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YK03 ECG

2003 Suzuki Wagon R

Red Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Mar 2014
Tests14 (8 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

99,123 mi
Last recorded99,123 miles
Recorded on13 Mar 2013
Typical for 2003 Suzuki Wagon R47,674 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK03 ECG
MakeSuzuki
ModelWagon R
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc
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MOT History

8 pass 6 fail
Pass 13 Mar 2013 99,123 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 11 Mar 2013 99,123 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 12 Mar 2012 93,527 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 1 Mar 2012 93,527 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front drive shaft coupling is insecure (2.5.C.1c)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 1 Mar 2011 87,120 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 2 Mar 2010 80,982 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 2 Mar 2010 80,982 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2009 74,065 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2009 73,992 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 12 Feb 2008 65,406 miles

Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism is slightly worn (3.1.5)

front brakes slightly juddering

front discs slightly worn + corroded

offside rear tyre on limit

Fail 22 Aug 2007 61,263 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 22 Aug 2007 61,263 miles

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

Pass 17 Jul 2006 43,471 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing (2.6.1)

Fail 17 Jul 2006 43,471 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear wheel bearing (2.6.1)

How Reliable is the Suzuki Wagon R?

Based on 10,262 MOT tests across 1,138 vehicles.

71.0%
Pass Rate
4,627
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
1,138
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 556
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 554
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 365
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 362
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 345
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YK03 ECG is a 2003 Suzuki Wagon R in Red with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 2003 Suzuki Wagon R models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.2% with a typical mileage of 47,674 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 Wagon R fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 556 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YK03 ECG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki Wagon R typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 23 years old, this Suzuki Wagon R is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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YK03 ECG is a 2003 Suzuki Wagon R, first registered on 12 August 2003.

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