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AU03 WMV

2003 Suzuki Jimny

Silver Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Mar 2026
Tests27 (20 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate74.1%

Mileage

65,891 mi
Last recorded65,891 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2026
Typical for 2003 Suzuki Jimny57,891 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU03 WMV
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

20 pass 7 fail
Fail 7 Apr 2026 65,891 miles

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

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength ( cross-member : upper shock absorber mount ) (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

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

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Nearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive ( outer hub seal ) (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Note : underside mud coated - reduced inspection

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

Pass 14 Mar 2025 61,589 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2024 54,014 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2024 54,012 miles

Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Both inner sills at rear (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Rear cross chassis both sides (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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

Pass 14 Mar 2023 53,359 miles

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

Fail 14 Mar 2023 53,359 miles

Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

Pass 8 Mar 2022 52,382 miles

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

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

Fail 8 Mar 2022 52,382 miles

Offside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush excessively worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

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

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

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

Pass 3 Mar 2021 50,348 miles

Nearside Front brake binding slightly

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

o/s/f pad shim not in position

Pass 2 Mar 2020 48,465 miles

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

Pass 15 Feb 2019 46,321 miles

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

Pass 8 Feb 2018 43,522 miles

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

Pass 31 Jan 2017 40,443 miles

Axle swivel joint has slight play Both front (2.5.A.3b)

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

Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement All rear lower arm (2.4.G.2)

Pass 26 Jan 2016 39,358 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2016 39,358 miles

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

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

Offside Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 15 Jan 2015 37,715 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2014 36,764 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2014 36,764 miles

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Pass 28 Jan 2013 35,683 miles

o/s wiper blade splitting

Pass 24 Jan 2012 34,050 miles

slight splitting of o/s wiper blade

Pass 25 Jan 2011 32,265 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2010 29,889 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Pass 30 Dec 2008 28,420 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2008 24,687 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2008 24,687 miles

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

Pass 19 Mar 2007 19,707 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2006 14,942 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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AU03 WMV is a 2003 Suzuki Jimny in Silver 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 AU03 WMV, 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 AU03 WMV registered?

AU03 WMV is a 2003 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 31 March 2003.

Is AU03 WMV safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU03 WMV shows 27 tests with a 74.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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