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BG03 XED

2003 Suzuki Jimny

Blue Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jan 2027
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

83,524 mi
Last recorded83,524 miles
Recorded on12 Jan 2026
Typical for 2003 Suzuki Jimny57,891 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG03 XED
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Jan 2026 83,524 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2025 79,970 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2024 76,815 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Pass 3 Jan 2023 73,740 miles

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

Fail 3 Jan 2023 73,740 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Jan 2022 71,004 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2021 67,553 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2020 64,233 miles

Offside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Jan 2019 60,500 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2019 60,500 miles

Central Exhaust system insecure suport broken (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 3 Jan 2018 57,233 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded load sensing valve brake pipes slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rears (3.6.B.2c)

exhaust tailpipe missing and centre mounting bracket broken

Pass 3 Jan 2017 54,742 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2016 52,677 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2015 51,242 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2014 47,045 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2013 43,621 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2012 40,704 miles

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

both rear tyres 2to3mm

Pass 16 Jul 2011 38,340 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2011 38,340 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 10 Jul 2010 31,139 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2009 39,575 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2009 39,575 miles

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

Pass 19 Jul 2008 21,094 miles

near side front tyre down to 2mm

Pass 24 Jul 2007 16,196 miles
Pass 8 May 2006 11,488 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 XED is a 2003 Suzuki Jimny in Blue with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84%.

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 XED, 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 BG03 XED registered?

BG03 XED is a 2003 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 15 May 2003.

Is BG03 XED safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG03 XED shows 25 tests with a 84% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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