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BC03 GZF

2003 Suzuki Jimny

Black Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Nov 2024
Tests24 (18 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

214,631 mi
Last recorded214,631 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2024
Typical for 2003 Suzuki Jimny57,891 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBC03 GZF
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

18 pass 6 fail
Fail 4 Dec 2024 214,631 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

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

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 30 Nov 2023 210,353 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Oct 2022 206,431 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2022 206,425 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

Offside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 10 Jul 2021 197,398 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive CHASSIS (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 10 Jul 2021 197,398 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive CHASSIS (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases SILENCER INSECURE AND BLOWING ON JOINT (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 6 Jul 2020 191,982 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2019 184,421 miles

Speedometer not sufficiently illuminated (7.8 (c) (i))

Pass 11 Jul 2018 174,238 miles

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

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Jul 2017 164,180 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Jul 2016 153,209 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2015 140,985 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2014 127,907 miles

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

Pass 12 Jul 2013 114,834 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2012 102,628 miles

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

Fail 14 Jul 2011 88,767 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

both front hub swivel balls leaking slightly

nearside front hub has slight play and possible evidence of water ingress

Pass 14 Jul 2011 88,767 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

both front hub swivel balls leaking slightly

nearside front hub has slight play and possible evidence of water ingress

Pass 12 Jul 2010 75,198 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2009 62,171 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2009 62,171 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 14 Jul 2008 49,679 miles

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 30 May 2007 41,084 miles
Fail 30 May 2007 41,084 miles

Offside Front Axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering (2.5.A.3a)

Pass 17 Jul 2006 34,908 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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BC03 GZF is a 2003 Suzuki Jimny in Black with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 BC03 GZF, 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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BC03 GZF is a 2003 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 26 July 2003.

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