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BJ03 XFS

2003 Suzuki Jimny

Silver Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 May 2027
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

63,885 mi
Last recorded63,885 miles
Recorded on15 May 2026
Typical for 2003 Suzuki Jimny57,891 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ03 XFS
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 May 2026 63,885 miles
Fail 13 May 2026 63,845 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 8 Apr 2025 61,018 miles

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

Nearside Front 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 Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both (5.3.2 (d))

Pass 22 Mar 2024 60,628 miles

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

Pass 23 Mar 2023 58,384 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill rusty (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded

Pass 21 Mar 2022 55,075 miles

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

Offside Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded fuel pipes very corroded

Pass 9 Mar 2021 50,731 miles

Rear FUEL PIPES RUSTY BUT NOT LEAKING

Pass 11 Mar 2020 49,088 miles

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

Pass 13 Mar 2019 44,425 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2018 40,151 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2017 36,283 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2016 31,806 miles

fuel pipes slightly corroded

Pass 18 Mar 2015 29,079 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2014 27,033 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2013 25,399 miles

rear silencer box outer heat sheild corroded

Pass 16 Mar 2012 23,467 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 19 Mar 2011 21,296 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2010 19,359 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2009 17,416 miles

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

Pass 14 Mar 2008 15,713 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2007 13,808 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2006 11,498 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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BJ03 XFS is a 2003 Suzuki Jimny in Silver with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

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 BJ03 XFS, 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 BJ03 XFS registered?

BJ03 XFS is a 2003 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 25 March 2003.

Is BJ03 XFS safe to buy?

The MOT history for BJ03 XFS shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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