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YR53 BHK

2003 Suzuki Ignis

Red Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Dec 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

26,446 mi
Last recorded26,446 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2025
Typical for 2003 Suzuki Ignis58,368 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYR53 BHK
MakeSuzuki
ModelIgnis
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Dec 2025 26,446 miles

Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 19 Dec 2024 24,632 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2024 24,631 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Dec 2023 24,279 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 19 Dec 2022 23,028 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 3 Dec 2021 22,299 miles

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 4 Dec 2020 21,690 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2020 21,690 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 10 Dec 2019 21,418 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 7 Jan 2019 30,933 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2018 20,090 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2017 19,658 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2016 19,184 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2014 18,306 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2013 18,057 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2012 17,874 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2012 17,647 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2011 17,366 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2011 17,366 miles

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

Pass 20 Jan 2010 17,224 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2009 16,876 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2008 16,553 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2007 13,761 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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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YR53 BHK is a 2003 Suzuki Ignis in Red with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 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 YR53 BHK, 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

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What year was YR53 BHK registered?

YR53 BHK is a 2003 Suzuki Ignis, first registered on 21 September 2003.

Is YR53 BHK safe to buy?

The MOT history for YR53 BHK shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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