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A11 JPV

2003 Suzuki Jimny

Silver Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Mar 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

38,438 mi
Last recorded38,438 miles
Recorded on10 Mar 2026
Typical for 2003 Suzuki Jimny57,891 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA11 JPV
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Mar 2026 38,438 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear seats had to be put in the upright position prior to test

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

surface corrosion on chassis and underside of body

Fail 10 Mar 2026 38,436 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear seats had to be put in the upright position prior to test

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

surface corrosion on chassis and underside of body

Pass 4 Mar 2025 37,007 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Surface corrosion on rear suspension components

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Nearside and offside outer chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 26 Feb 2024 35,829 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

slight corrosion on nearside on offside rear outer chassis

Pass 13 Mar 2023 34,510 miles

Slight corrosion on nearside and offside rear outer chassis

Pass 9 Mar 2022 33,595 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2021 31,588 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 9 Mar 2020 30,544 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All four (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 13 Mar 2019 29,121 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Nov 2014 28,957 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2014 28,957 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 13 Nov 2013 23,771 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2012 22,101 miles

Rear exhaust slightly corroded

Fail 5 Sep 2011 20,094 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 5 Sep 2011 20,094 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2010 17,494 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 14 Sep 2009 15,536 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 10 Sep 2008 13,129 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2007 10,974 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2006 10,397 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki Jimny?

Based on 677,512 MOT tests across 43,507 vehicles.

76.0%
Pass Rate
3,858
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
43,507
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 18,210
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 11,190
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 7,055
position lamp(s) not working 6,970
Axle swivel joint has excessive play 5,518
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A11 JPV is a 2003 Suzuki Jimny in Silver with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

Across all 2003 Suzuki Jimny models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.5% with a typical mileage of 57,891 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Suzuki Jimny fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 18,210 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A11 JPV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki Jimny typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 23 years old, this Suzuki Jimny is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was A11 JPV registered?

A11 JPV is a 2003 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 15 September 2003.

Is A11 JPV safe to buy?

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