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BC03 UOG

2003 Suzuki Jimny

Silver Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Feb 2026
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

85,771 mi
Last recorded85,771 miles
Recorded on1 Feb 2025
Typical for 2003 Suzuki Jimny57,891 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBC03 UOG
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Feb 2025 85,771 miles

Rear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Feb 2024 81,534 miles

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

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

front suspension corroded

rear suspension corroded

Pass 26 Jan 2023 78,918 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2022 76,715 miles

Exhaust silencer slightly loose exhaust back box outer casing (8.1.1 (b) (i))

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

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

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

Pass 21 Jan 2021 74,186 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 6 Feb 2020 66,487 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 7 Feb 2019 54,959 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 7 Feb 2019 54,957 miles

Rear Passenger's seat insecure seat not fitted to rear but seat belts are still fitted (6.2.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Oct 2017 49,374 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2017 49,244 miles

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

Pass 13 Oct 2016 42,909 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2015 37,045 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Oct 2014 32,329 miles

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

Pass 20 Sep 2013 29,762 miles

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

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 24 Sep 2012 27,972 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2012 27,972 miles

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

Pass 30 Sep 2011 25,247 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2010 22,824 miles
Pass 27 May 2010 21,295 miles
Pass 20 May 2009 18,116 miles
Pass 27 May 2008 15,173 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2007 13,274 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2007 13,274 miles

Offside Lower Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 3 Aug 2006 9,649 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 UOG is a 2003 Suzuki Jimny in Silver with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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

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