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AP03 TVW

2003 Suzuki Jimny

Red Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 May 2019
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

100,366 mi
Last recorded100,366 miles
Recorded on25 Oct 2019
Typical for 2003 Suzuki Jimny57,891 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP03 TVW
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Fail 25 Oct 2019 100,366 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting inner upper wheel arch body mounting area (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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

Headlamp switch does not immediately illuminate all main beam headlamps Headlamp main beam warning works on dipped beam and not main beam ? wireing fault (4.1.3 (a))

Pass 4 May 2018 94,589 miles

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

Under body has slight corrosion.

Pass 20 May 2017 93,032 miles

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

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

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

Nearside Rear Body has slight corrosion inner wheel arch (6.1.B.2)

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

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

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

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

Fail 11 May 2017 93,011 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect both (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Rear Body or chassis has an unsatisfactory modification, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings side sill (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings inner wheel arch (6.1.B.2)

Rear Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

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

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

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

Nearside Rear Body has slight corrosion inner wheel arch (6.1.B.2)

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

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

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

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

Pass 19 May 2016 90,376 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded Front to rear towards rear. (3.6.B.2c)

Plastic cover sills fitted restricting full inspection of sill panels.

Fail 18 May 2016 90,376 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Brake pipe slightly corroded Front to rear towards rear. (3.6.B.2c)

Plastic cover sills fitted restricting full inspection of sill panels.

Pass 10 Sep 2014 85,648 miles

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

brake line (beside fuel tank) corroding

fuel lines corroding

Pass 11 Jul 2013 70,428 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2013 70,428 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 24 Sep 2012 65,065 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

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

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

Offside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

slight corrosion to rear section of exhaust but secure

Pass 19 Sep 2011 56,995 miles

both suspension drop links have very slight play in them

engine is loosing oil

o/s rear tyre is cracking on the inner side wall

Pass 23 Sep 2010 50,095 miles

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

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

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

both front brake discs slightly scored

Pass 1 Oct 2009 38,436 miles

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

Pass 4 Jun 2009 35,108 miles

front brakes aare slightly binding

front wiper blades aare sllightly smeary

various suspension bushes are perishing

Pass 20 Jun 2008 30,060 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2008 30,060 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 12 Jul 2007 28,592 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2006 24,544 miles

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

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

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

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

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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AP03 TVW is a 2003 Suzuki Jimny in Red with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 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 AP03 TVW, 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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AP03 TVW is a 2003 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 25 July 2003.

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