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AO53 RJU

2003 Suzuki Jimny

Silver Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Sep 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

160,619 mi
Last recorded160,619 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2025
Typical for 2003 Suzuki Jimny57,891 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO53 RJU
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2025 160,619 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Sep 2024 156,887 miles

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 29 Jan 2020 155,182 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2020 155,182 miles

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

Pass 11 Jan 2019 149,943 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2018 144,183 miles

all brake pipes surface corrosion

small cut n/s/f tyre

under vehicle surface corrosion and around rear spring tops

Pass 31 Jan 2017 139,260 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

engine management light on

vacuum pipes corroded on front axle

Fail 23 Jan 2017 139,245 miles

Offside Front brake disc contaminated by oil hub seal leaking (3.5.1h)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c) DANGEROUS

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

engine management light on

vacuum pipes corroded on front axle

Pass 8 Jan 2016 137,505 miles

eml staying on

Pass 15 Jan 2015 133,152 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2013 128,784 miles

eml staying on

transfer box bracket fractured but not fail

Pass 23 Jan 2013 123,404 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2012 114,812 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2010 104,179 miles

Nearside inner track rod end joint cover split/missing

Pass 8 Sep 2009 90,831 miles

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

Pass 22 Sep 2008 77,738 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2007 62,869 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2007 62,869 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Pass 19 Sep 2006 46,834 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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AO53 RJU is a 2003 Suzuki Jimny in Silver with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 AO53 RJU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AO53 RJU registered?

AO53 RJU is a 2003 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 30 September 2003.

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The MOT history for AO53 RJU shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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