Archived DVLA Record

2003 Suzuki Ignis 1.3L Petrol · AV53 BUE

AV53 BUE

2003 Suzuki Ignis (1.3L, petrol). First registered 08/09/2003. Recorded mileage 109,515 miles. MOT status: Expired.

Make & Model
SUZUKI IGNIS
Year / Origin
2003 · Ipswich
MOT Status
Valid until 01/02/2026
Road Tax
Recorded Mileage
109,515 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol · 1.3L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults

Archived Record

Registration no longer recorded by DVLA. This usually means the vehicle is now using a private plate.

MOT Status
Expired
Valid until 01/02/2026
Tax Status
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Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
2003
Engine
1328cc
Mechanical Assessment

AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile, following a clean pass on January 31, 2025 at 109,515 miles. This recent test recorded no defects, indicating that the car currently meets the minimum safety and environmental standards. While the history shows two instances of test failure, the subsequent passes without any advisories suggest that the previous owner addressed identified issues promptly and maintained the vehicle in a functional mechanical state. The mileage pattern is notably low for a 23-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 4,760 miles per year. However, a significant surge in usage occurred between February 2024 and January 2025, where the car covered over 14,000 miles in under eleven months. Prior to this, the vehicle sat for much longer periods, with only 900 miles recorded between August 2023 and February 2024. Such intermittent use often leads to degradation of rubber components, seized brake calipers, and flat-spotted tyres, despite the low total odometer reading. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the structural integrity and lower suspension components, as the Ignis of this era is prone to corrosion in the sills and wheel arches. Given the recent high-mileage stint after a long period, inspect the shock absorbers for leaks and the bushes for signs of cracking or tearing. Although the record lacks specific mechanical advisories, a thorough check of the brake discs for pitting is necessary to ensure the long periods of stationary use have not caused uneven wear or surface damage.

AV53 BUE Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 31/01/2025
  • 109,515 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 2 historical MOT failures
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT

Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.

MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
45
/ 100 · Below Average
DVSA Test Records Evaluated

MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.

✗ MOT Expired or Failed
! Tax Status Unknown
! Average MOT pass rate (60%)
! Older vehicle
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AV53 BUE Mileage History

  1. 31/07/202398,827 mi
  2. 04/08/202398,829 mi+2 mi
  3. 02/02/202499,789 mi+960 mi
  4. 24/01/202555,282 mi-44,507 mi
  5. 31/01/2025109,515 mi+54,233 mi

Average of roughly 7,098 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

Recorded mileage decreased between one or more tests — a potential clocking indicator worth verifying before purchase.

AV53 BUE MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 16 May 2026, 02:04
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 (AV53 BUE) between July 2023 and January 2025.

The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.

The most recent test on 31 January 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

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