2003 Suzuki Ignis 1.3L Petrol · BN03 NNW
2003 Suzuki Ignis (1.3L, petrol). First registered 12 Mar 2003. Recorded mileage 97,442 miles. MOT expired on 19 Mar 2026.
- Make & Model
- SUZUKI IGNIS
- Year / Origin
- 2003 · Birmingham
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 19 Mar 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 97,442 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.3L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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BN03 NNW Key Findings
- 24 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 07/03/2025
- 97,442 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 6 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring lighting items (25 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
BN03 NNW MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
24 MOT tests are recorded for this 2003 Suzuki Ignis (BN03 NNW) between March 2006 and March 2025.
The record contains 18 passes and 6 failures.
The most recent test on 07 March 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 6 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (25 issues), Brakes (20 issues), Tyres (16 issues), Suspension (12 issues), Steering (4 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 47 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))”; “Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting insecure Locking device missing (5.3.3 (a) (i))”; “Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))”.
BN03 NNW Mileage History
- 03/03/200625,431 mi
- 12/03/200730,865 mi+5,434 mi
- 25/03/200836,241 mi+5,376 mi
- 13/03/200938,698 mi+2,457 mi
- 23/03/201040,847 mi+2,149 mi
- 22/03/201142,541 mi+1,694 mi
- 26/04/201244,748 mi+2,207 mi
- 20/03/201346,394 mi+1,646 mi
- 05/03/201448,186 mi+1,792 mi
- 05/03/201448,186 mi
- 16/03/201553,967 mi+5,781 mi
- 04/03/201657,214 mi+3,247 mi
- 08/03/201760,910 mi+3,696 mi
- 08/03/201864,237 mi+3,327 mi
- 15/03/201967,470 mi+3,233 mi
- 09/03/202074,381 mi+6,911 mi
- 05/05/202174,415 mi+34 mi
- 11/05/202174,417 mi+2 mi
- 26/09/202288,604 mi+14,187 mi
- 13/03/202388,659 mi+55 mi
- 20/03/202388,662 mi+3 mi
- 01/03/202491,158 mi+2,496 mi
- 07/03/202597,442 mi+6,284 mi
- 07/03/202597,442 mi
Average of roughly 3,788 miles per year across 24 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Suzuki Suzuki Ignis (Gen 1)
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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.
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- Ignition Switch Carbonisation and Smoking ContactSerious
A notorious issue affecting first-generation Ignis models produced between 2000 and 2004 is carbonisation of electrical grease inside the ignition switch assembly. Due to contact arcing under electrical load, the lubricating grease inside the switch breaks down, becomes conductive, and overheats. This causes smoke and an acrid electrical burning smell to emit from the steering column shroud, leading to melted switch contacts, intermittent ignition loss, and a serious fire hazard if left unaddressed.
- Inner Tie Rod and Steering Rack KnockingModerate
The steering gear on the Ignis is susceptible to premature wear in the inner steering tie rod axial ball joints. Road impacts from potholes and aggressive kerbing transmit shock loads directly through the steering rack ends, creating mechanical play within the joint sockets. This results in an audible clunk or knock through the steering wheel when turning from lock to lock while stationary, alongside wandering steering at higher road speeds and MOT test rejection.
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