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YR53 KGJ

2003 Suzuki Ignis

Blue Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 May 2026
Tests26 (19 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate73.1%

Mileage

93,118 mi
Last recorded93,118 miles
Recorded on22 May 2025
Typical for 2003 Suzuki Ignis58,368 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYR53 KGJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelIgnis
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

19 pass 7 fail
Pass 22 May 2025 93,118 miles

Registration plate lamp throwing direct white light to the rear (4.7.1 (a))

Fail 22 May 2025 93,118 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp throwing direct white light to the rear (4.7.1 (a))

Pass 15 Sep 2023 87,147 miles

Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 31 Aug 2022 84,026 miles

Nearside Front Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

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

Pass 27 Aug 2021 82,689 miles

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

Pass 10 Sep 2020 81,612 miles

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 10 Sep 2020 81,612 miles

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Road wheel more than one fixing loose (5.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Sep 2019 79,314 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2018 74,550 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2018 74,547 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Sep 2017 69,069 miles

wiper blades split at ends

Fail 11 Sep 2017 69,076 miles

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

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

wiper blades split at ends

Pass 6 Sep 2016 65,414 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2016 65,391 miles

Braking system leaking N/S Rear wheel cylinder (3.6.A.1)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 8 Sep 2015 61,838 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2014 59,522 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2013 56,574 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2012 52,773 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2011 47,736 miles

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

rear brakes sticking on slightly

Fail 17 Aug 2011 47,736 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

rear brakes sticking on slightly

Pass 8 Sep 2010 42,695 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2009 37,080 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2008 30,636 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2008 30,636 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 11 Sep 2007 23,284 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

exhaust front pipe sheild loose

Pass 25 Aug 2006 14,771 miles

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 KGJ is a 2003 Suzuki Ignis in Blue with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.1%.

Across all 2003 Suzuki Ignis models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.1% with a typical mileage of 58,368 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 KGJ, 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 YR53 KGJ registered?

YR53 KGJ is a 2003 Suzuki Ignis, first registered on 4 September 2003.

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