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AO53 UGD

2003 Suzuki Jimny

Black Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Sep 2026
Tests27 (20 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate74.1%

Mileage

91,759 mi
Last recorded91,759 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2025
Typical for 2003 Suzuki Jimny57,891 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO53 UGD
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

20 pass 7 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2025 91,759 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 10 Sep 2025 93,626 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective seal broken (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 16 Sep 2024 89,611 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 16 Sep 2024 89,611 miles

Central Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements broken (0.1 (d))

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 13 Sep 2023 85,532 miles

Rear both body mounts corroded

both inner sills corroded

complete exhaust corroded

Fail 13 Sep 2023 85,532 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Rear both body mounts corroded

both inner sills corroded

complete exhaust corroded

Pass 15 Sep 2022 81,833 miles

Exhaust mounting defective cat bracket (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 13 Sep 2022 81,793 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Exhaust mounting defective cat bracket (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Sep 2021 78,649 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material main at rear corroding (1.1.11 (c))

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

Rear both body mounts corroding

Pass 26 Aug 2020 75,874 miles

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

Fail 25 Aug 2020 75,874 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner sill corrosion (7.1.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 17 Sep 2019 73,851 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive boot floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive boot floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 19 Sep 2018 70,385 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2018 70,316 miles

Rear Exhaust fumes causing a danger to health of persons on board tailpipe missing (6.1.2 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 Sep 2017 66,777 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2017 66,777 miles

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

Pass 12 Sep 2016 63,183 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2015 58,490 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2014 54,714 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2013 50,450 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2012 45,316 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2011 40,655 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2010 35,637 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2009 29,470 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2008 23,405 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2007 16,256 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2006 14,405 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 UGD is a 2003 Suzuki Jimny in Black with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 74.1%.

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 AO53 UGD, 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 AO53 UGD registered?

AO53 UGD is a 2003 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 20 December 2003.

Is AO53 UGD safe to buy?

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