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AK53 OSY

2003 Suzuki Jimny

Black Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jan 2021
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

89,479 mi
Last recorded89,479 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2019
Typical for 2003 Suzuki Jimny57,891 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK53 OSY
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2019 89,479 miles

battery mounting clamp slightly loose

both front brake discs starting to rust

both rear tyre treads worn to 2mm

brake survo unit starting to rust

front and rear suspension coil springs starting to rust

front brake performances slight imbalance-24%

metal fuel pipes starting to rust

rear brakes performances slight imbalance

rear exhaust mounting bracket poorly located- rear exhaust box hitting on chassis

sill panels, chassis, rear boot floor and rear cross member starting to rust

small stone chips in front windscreen

spare tyre tread worn low

Pass 3 May 2017 89,034 miles
Pass 6 May 2016 82,293 miles
Pass 8 May 2015 75,576 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear exhaust silencer joint corroded.

Pass 23 Apr 2014 69,413 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2013 62,916 miles

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

Nearside and offside front hub ball joints need regreasing.

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

metal brake pipes have slight corrosion.

Fail 16 Apr 2013 62,916 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Offside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

Nearside and offside front hub ball joints need regreasing.

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

metal brake pipes have slight corrosion.

Pass 5 Jan 2012 52,898 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2011 44,833 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 8 Jan 2010 38,150 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2009 30,945 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2008 24,041 miles
Fail 28 Dec 2007 23,919 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 29 Dec 2006 17,612 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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AK53 OSY is a 2003 Suzuki Jimny in Black with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 AK53 OSY, 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 AK53 OSY registered?

AK53 OSY is a 2003 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 22 October 2003.

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The MOT history for AK53 OSY shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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