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2003 Suzuki Ignis 1.3L Petrol · KF53 AOZ

KF53 AOZ

2003 Suzuki Ignis (1.3L, petrol). First registered 01 Sept 2003. Recorded mileage 65,279 miles. MOT expired on 04 Sept 2026.

Make & Model
SUZUKI IGNIS
Year / Origin
2003 · Borehamwood (Luton)
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Expired on 04 Sept 2026
Road Tax
Untaxed (28 Aug 2026)
Recorded Mileage
65,279 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine
PETROL · 1.3L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Expired
Expired on 04 Sept 2026
Tax Status
Untaxed
Tax due 28 Aug 2026
Fuel Type
PETROL
Year
2003
Engine
1328cc
Mechanical Assessment

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The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile with a consistent maintenance record despite its age. The most recent test on 21 August 2025 at 65,279 miles resulted in a pass with no defects, following a failure just one week prior on 14 August 2025 at 65,235 miles. This specific sequence suggests a minor, avoidable issue that was rectified immediately, indicating an owner who prioritizes addressing test failures and maintaining mechanical standards. The mileage pattern is exceptionally low for a 23-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 2,838 miles per year. Between August 2023 at 51,792 miles and September 2024 at 59,223 miles, the car covered 7,431 miles, which represents a higher-than-average usage compared to its historical trend. While low mileage generally implies less wear on the drivetrain and engine, it also increases the risk of degradation in rubber-based components, seals, and fluids due to long periods of lack of use. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the structural integrity of the sills and wheel arches, as older Suzuki models are prone to corrosion that may remain hidden until it becomes structural. Given the low mileage, check for perished suspension bushes and cracked rubber hoses, which degrade based on time rather than distance. Examine the brake system for signs of seized calipers or pitted discs, as infrequently driven vehicles often suffer from surface rust and internal brake corrosion.
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KF53 AOZ Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 21/08/2025
  • 65,279 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 2 historical MOT failures
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT

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KF53 AOZ MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 31 Aug 2026, 21:36
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2003 Suzuki Ignis (KF53 AOZ) between August 2023 and August 2025.

The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.

The most recent test on 21 August 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

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KF53 AOZ Mileage History

  1. 15/08/202351,792 mi
  2. 22/08/202351,792 mi
  3. 02/09/202459,223 mi+7,431 mi
  4. 14/08/202565,235 mi+6,012 mi
  5. 21/08/202565,279 mi+44 mi

Average of roughly 6,684 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

Technical Specifications

May be subject to ULEZ charges

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
50
/ 100 · Below Average
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

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