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AO03 TFA

2003 Suzuki Ignis

Blue Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Sep 2025
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

108,964 mi
Last recorded108,964 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2024
Typical for 2003 Suzuki Ignis58,368 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO03 TFA
MakeSuzuki
ModelIgnis
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2024 108,964 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2023 103,103 miles

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

Offside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear both (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 19 Oct 2023 103,102 miles

Nearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (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))

Nearside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear both (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 27 Oct 2022 95,876 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2022 95,876 miles

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Oct 2021 88,260 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2020 81,932 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2019 77,316 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2018 68,434 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2017 61,834 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2016 55,493 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 23 Oct 2015 50,210 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 6 Oct 2014 43,110 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2013 34,799 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2012 30,883 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2011 29,193 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2010 27,121 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2009 24,097 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2008 21,091 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2007 16,736 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2006 14,329 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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AO03 TFA is a 2003 Suzuki Ignis in Blue with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 AO03 TFA, 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 AO03 TFA registered?

AO03 TFA is a 2003 Suzuki Ignis, first registered on 17 May 2003.

Is AO03 TFA safe to buy?

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