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BJ53 TXB

2003 Suzuki Jimny

Blue Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jan 2027
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

83,127 mi
Last recorded83,127 miles
Recorded on9 Jan 2026
Typical for 2003 Suzuki Jimny57,891 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ53 TXB
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Jan 2026 83,127 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2024 82,457 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2023 81,434 miles

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

Pass 23 Sep 2022 79,538 miles

Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Sep 2021 78,332 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2020 75,685 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2019 74,295 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2018 71,590 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2017 64,892 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2016 56,432 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2015 48,069 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2015 48,065 miles

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 5 Feb 2014 41,561 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2012 35,210 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2012 35,206 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 1 Sep 2011 31,490 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front brake disc corroded

Fail 1 Sep 2011 31,490 miles

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front Axle swivel joint has excessive play (2.5.A.3b)

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front brake disc corroded

Pass 10 Jul 2010 27,892 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2009 24,226 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2009 24,226 miles

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

Pass 16 Jan 2008 16,370 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2007 12,607 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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BJ53 TXB is a 2003 Suzuki Jimny in Blue with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 BJ53 TXB, 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 BJ53 TXB registered?

BJ53 TXB is a 2003 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 1 October 2003.

Is BJ53 TXB safe to buy?

The MOT history for BJ53 TXB shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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