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BJ03 ZSU

2003 Suzuki Jimny

Blue Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Apr 2027
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

53,979 mi
Last recorded53,979 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2026
Typical for 2003 Suzuki Jimny57,891 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ03 ZSU
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2026 53,979 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2025 52,713 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2024 51,434 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2024 51,434 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded by rear compensator valve as marked (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting behind headlamp (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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

Pass 31 Mar 2023 50,096 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Most from front to back (1.1.11 (c))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Rear Exhaust heavily corroded but not blowing

Fail 28 Mar 2023 50,094 miles

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

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

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

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Most from front to back (1.1.11 (c))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Rear Exhaust heavily corroded but not blowing

Pass 29 Mar 2022 49,179 miles

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.7mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.7mm (5.2.3 (e))

Rear exhaust box heavily corroded

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

Pass 23 Mar 2021 48,061 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2020 47,028 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2019 45,865 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2019 45,865 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing play so excessive that directional control is impaired (5.1.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 26 Mar 2018 44,636 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2017 43,332 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2016 42,051 miles

Centre Rear EXHAUST BOX SMALL CORROSION

Pass 25 Mar 2015 40,724 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2014 39,539 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2013 38,170 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2012 36,083 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2011 34,329 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2010 32,064 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2009 29,614 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2009 29,614 miles

Brake master cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (3.6.G.1f)

Pass 25 Mar 2008 26,890 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2007 24,075 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2006 20,921 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 ZSU 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 BJ03 ZSU, 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 ZSU registered?

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

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