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BD03 SCV

2003 Suzuki Jimny

Blue Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2019
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

47,841 mi
Last recorded47,841 miles
Recorded on16 May 2018
Typical for 2003 Suzuki Jimny57,891 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD03 SCV
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 May 2018 47,841 miles
Fail 10 May 2018 47,841 miles

Nearside Front Radius arm fractured (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 20 May 2017 46,993 miles

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

Pass 16 May 2016 45,939 miles
Pass 22 May 2015 43,373 miles
Fail 22 May 2015 43,373 miles

Emissions not tested (7.3.A.1)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 20 May 2014 39,861 miles

O/S and N/S Front tractor balls sealants, leaking grease.

Pass 22 May 2013 36,253 miles
Fail 22 May 2013 36,252 miles

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

Pass 24 May 2012 33,053 miles
Pass 25 May 2011 30,449 miles

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

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 26 May 2010 27,620 miles

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

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 26 May 2009 24,925 miles
Pass 22 May 2008 22,379 miles
Pass 30 May 2007 19,286 miles
Fail 30 May 2006 15,407 miles

Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.B3)

Pass 30 May 2006 15,407 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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BD03 SCV is a 2003 Suzuki Jimny in Blue 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 BD03 SCV, 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 BD03 SCV registered?

BD03 SCV is a 2003 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 31 May 2003.

Is BD03 SCV safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD03 SCV 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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