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AP03 VNX

2003 Suzuki Jimny

Red Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Oct 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

95,223 mi
Last recorded95,223 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2025
Typical for 2003 Suzuki Jimny57,891 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP03 VNX
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Oct 2025 95,223 miles

Nearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive Swivel joint (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Body mounting fixing insecure, but overall security not significantly reduced Corroded (6.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Oil leak, but not excessive Swivel joint (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Aug 2024 87,263 miles

all 4 tyres are perished

both front brake discs are rusty

sill covers fitted

suspension components are rusty

Pass 29 Sep 2023 87,261 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front ( play in swivel joint)

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 21 Sep 2023 87,250 miles

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

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area fractured significantly reducing structural strength o/s/r suspension front arm chassis mounting corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front play in drive swivel joint

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 31 Aug 2022 84,635 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 3 Sep 2021 80,258 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2020 75,715 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2019 73,504 miles

Front exhaust hanger broken at cat

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive suspension arm mount on chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Jul 2018 71,639 miles

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

Pass 21 Jul 2017 68,873 miles

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Pass 14 Jul 2016 65,269 miles

Fuel Pipe/s corroded rear sections ()

Fail 14 Jul 2016 65,269 miles

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

Fuel Pipe/s corroded rear sections ()

Pass 6 Aug 2015 62,511 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2014 59,269 miles

Unable to access rear seats for security in upright position

Unable to access seat belt stalks to check locking mechanism

Pass 14 Aug 2013 55,745 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2012 51,775 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2011 48,225 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2010 44,108 miles

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

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

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

Pass 10 Aug 2009 39,395 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2008 33,261 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2007 27,254 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2007 27,254 miles

Nearside Front Axle swivel joint has excessive play in a swivel pin (2.5.A.3b)

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

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

Pass 21 Jul 2006 19,028 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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AP03 VNX is a 2003 Suzuki Jimny in Red with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 AP03 VNX, 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 AP03 VNX registered?

AP03 VNX is a 2003 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 20 August 2003.

Is AP03 VNX safe to buy?

The MOT history for AP03 VNX shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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