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BG03 HDN

2003 Suzuki Jimny

Green Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Dec 2025
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

58,983 mi
Last recorded58,983 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2024
Typical for 2003 Suzuki Jimny57,891 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG03 HDN
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Dec 2024 58,983 miles

Front Coil spring corroded n/s and o/s (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded n/s and o/s (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 5 Dec 2024 58,983 miles

Front Coil spring corroded n/s and o/s (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded n/s and o/s (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Dec 2023 51,331 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

rear suspension corroded

Pass 13 Dec 2022 47,754 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2021 44,519 miles

Central Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 2 Dec 2020 42,504 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2019 38,535 miles
Pass 29 May 2018 30,488 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2017 27,769 miles

All shock absorber lower bushes deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement

Both front swivels corroded and leaking slightly

Pass 29 Jun 2016 25,706 miles

Nearside Front wiper blade slightly torn

Offside Front swivel seal slightly leaking

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Pass 29 Apr 2015 22,862 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2014 19,481 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2013 16,905 miles

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 9 May 2012 15,292 miles
Fail 8 May 2012 15,292 miles

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 27 Apr 2011 14,098 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2010 12,765 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2009 11,320 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2008 9,714 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2008 9,714 miles

Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

Pass 16 Apr 2007 8,070 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2006 6,312 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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BG03 HDN is a 2003 Suzuki Jimny in Green with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 BG03 HDN, 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 BG03 HDN registered?

BG03 HDN is a 2003 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 31 March 2003.

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