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BJ03 ZSR

2003 Suzuki Jimny

Black Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jun 2026
Tests26 (20 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

64,696 mi
Last recorded64,696 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2025
Typical for 2003 Suzuki Jimny57,891 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ03 ZSR
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

20 pass 6 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2025 64,696 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2025 64,696 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 29 May 2024 63,805 miles

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

vehicle has been heavily undersealed

Pass 9 May 2023 62,729 miles

Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

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

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

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Mar 2022 60,738 miles

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

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

Coil spring corroded all four coil springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Mar 2021 58,411 miles

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all rear brake pipes covered in under seal (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 9 Dec 2019 56,305 miles

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes on rear axle (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all rear brake pipes on body (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 4 Jan 2019 52,314 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

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

Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Pass 14 Mar 2018 52,147 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2017 50,686 miles

ALL BRAKE PIPES COATED IN GREASE UNABLE TO CHECK FULLY

Pass 4 Mar 2016 49,039 miles

Number plate slightly obscured by towbar

Fail 2 Mar 2016 49,038 miles

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Number plate slightly obscured by towbar

Pass 17 Mar 2015 47,538 miles

rear registration readable despite being slightly obscured by tow bar

Pass 17 Mar 2014 45,048 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

rear registration plate slightly obscured by tow bar

Pass 8 Mar 2013 43,333 miles

Exhaust at rear slightly deteriorated

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Rear number plate still visible despite towbar

Fail 8 Mar 2013 43,333 miles

Exhaust at rear slightly deteriorated

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Rear number plate still visible despite towbar

Pass 15 Feb 2012 41,456 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2011 35,651 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 10 Feb 2010 34,290 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

tow bar fitted rear registration plate is still readable

Fail 10 Feb 2010 34,290 miles

Offside Towbar retaining device missing (6.6.3a)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

tow bar fitted rear registration plate is still readable

Pass 18 Feb 2009 32,366 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

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

cracking to n/s o/s front tyres replac e soon

Pass 28 Feb 2008 30,825 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2008 30,825 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2) DANGEROUS

Pass 24 Apr 2007 29,184 miles

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

Fail 24 Apr 2007 29,184 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Pass 20 Mar 2006 26,913 miles

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

child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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 ZSR is a 2003 Suzuki Jimny in Black with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 ZSR, 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 ZSR registered?

BJ03 ZSR is a 2003 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 27 March 2003.

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The MOT history for BJ03 ZSR shows 26 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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