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BG53 EFN

2003 Suzuki Jimny

Silver Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Apr 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

56,010 mi
Last recorded56,010 miles
Recorded on5 Apr 2025
Typical for 2003 Suzuki Jimny57,891 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG53 EFN
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Apr 2025 56,010 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front hub leaking

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Sep 2022 55,465 miles

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

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

Offside Front hub seal

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Sep 2021 53,993 miles

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

Fuel Pipe/s corroded All steel pipes ()

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Front panel/inner arches (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 23 Jun 2020 49,979 miles

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Fail 17 Jun 2020 49,922 miles

Nearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Towbar is so weakened by corrosion within 30cm of a towbar mounting, the towbar is likely to become detached X 2 (6.1.6 (i) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Pass 14 Jun 2019 44,797 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

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

Pass 16 Jun 2018 41,245 miles

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

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Jun 2017 39,154 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2016 36,392 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2015 33,349 miles
Pass 30 May 2014 30,874 miles
Fail 30 May 2014 30,874 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Pass 14 Jun 2013 28,318 miles
Pass 2 May 2012 25,414 miles

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

Pass 15 Dec 2010 21,165 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2009 17,785 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2008 13,813 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2008 13,813 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Nov 2007 37,988 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2006 7,488 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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BG53 EFN is a 2003 Suzuki Jimny in Silver with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 BG53 EFN, 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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BG53 EFN is a 2003 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 30 September 2003.

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