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BC03 NBM

2003 Suzuki Jimny

Green Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Sep 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

137,150 mi
Last recorded137,150 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2025
Typical for 2003 Suzuki Jimny57,891 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBC03 NBM
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2025 137,150 miles

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

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

undersealed

Fail 24 Sep 2025 137,150 miles

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

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

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

undersealed

Pass 16 Sep 2024 127,369 miles

All 4X4 vacuum pipes corroding

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Small chips in screen (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Sep 2023 118,949 miles

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

Pass 12 Aug 2022 111,612 miles

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

Pass 24 Aug 2021 108,225 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2020 104,831 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2019 98,188 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2018 91,176 miles

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

Pass 10 Aug 2017 85,787 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2016 79,669 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2015 73,150 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2014 64,837 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2013 55,090 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2012 44,940 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2011 36,611 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2010 29,100 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2009 21,692 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2008 14,486 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2007 13,050 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2006 11,124 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 NBM is a 2003 Suzuki Jimny in Green with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 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 NBM, 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 BC03 NBM registered?

BC03 NBM is a 2003 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 31 July 2003.

Is BC03 NBM safe to buy?

The MOT history for BC03 NBM shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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