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BC03 UOE

2003 Suzuki Jimny

Red Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Sep 2018
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

76,043 mi
Last recorded76,043 miles
Recorded on21 Sep 2017
Typical for 2003 Suzuki Jimny57,891 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBC03 UOE
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Sep 2017 76,043 miles

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion front to rear (6.1.B.2)

steering box has slight play at fixings/joints

Pass 21 Sep 2017 73,150 miles

both front steering arms have slight play at inner fixings

Pass 3 Oct 2016 73,546 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded both front inner wheel arches (3.6.B.2c)

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

front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 6 Aug 2015 70,562 miles

Nearside Lower Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)

Offside 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)

Pass 1 Aug 2014 68,066 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2013 64,933 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Fail 11 Oct 2013 64,925 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 28 Sep 2012 60,318 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2011 57,046 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2010 48,911 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2009 38,793 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2008 30,331 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2008 30,331 miles

Offside Front Axle swivel joint has excessive movement between a swivel joint and its housing (2.5.A.1b)

Pass 31 Dec 2007 28,707 miles
Fail 24 Dec 2007 28,707 miles

Offside Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has an incorrectly seated universal joint flange (2.4.G.4c)

Fail 9 Nov 2007 28,421 miles

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

Pass 10 Nov 2006 22,262 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

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 UOE is a 2003 Suzuki Jimny in Red with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 UOE, 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 BC03 UOE registered?

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

Is BC03 UOE safe to buy?

The MOT history for BC03 UOE shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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