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AM03 DYB

2003 Suzuki Jimny

Red Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jun 2019
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

129,820 mi
Last recorded129,820 miles
Recorded on21 Jun 2018
Typical for 2003 Suzuki Jimny57,891 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAM03 DYB
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 21 Jun 2018 129,820 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2018 129,817 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Body mounting corroded

Offside Rear Body mounting corroded

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Rear wiper poor

Pass 22 Jun 2017 128,803 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 20 Jun 2016 127,812 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2016 127,812 miles

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

Pass 23 Jun 2015 126,785 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Fail 18 Jun 2015 126,785 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 9 Nov 2013 122,213 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Fail 9 Oct 2012 119,086 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 9 Oct 2012 119,086 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 18 Oct 2011 116,494 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

fuel pipes corroded

Pass 18 Oct 2011 116,494 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

fuel pipes corroded

Pass 6 Oct 2010 103,131 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2009 91,823 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2009 91,823 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 9 Sep 2008 75,729 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2007 61,473 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2006 47,379 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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AM03 DYB is a 2003 Suzuki Jimny in Red with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AM03 DYB, 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 AM03 DYB registered?

AM03 DYB is a 2003 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 16 August 2003.

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