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BK03 HZS

2003 Suzuki Jimny

Black Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Feb 2016
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

77,597 mi
Last recorded77,597 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2015
Typical for 2003 Suzuki Jimny57,891 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK03 HZS
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2015 77,597 miles

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

Fail 27 Jan 2015 77,597 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

rear brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Pass 27 Jan 2014 70,112 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

front diff has oil leak

rear exhaust deterioated

Pass 29 Jan 2013 66,542 miles

back box outer skin corroded

Fail 29 Jan 2013 66,542 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

back box outer skin corroded

Fail 30 Jan 2012 61,458 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 30 Jan 2012 61,458 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 2 Feb 2011 53,104 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Feb 2010 43,304 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2009 38,286 miles

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

rear wiper worn

Fail 4 Feb 2009 38,286 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

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

rear wiper worn

Pass 20 Feb 2008 33,014 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2007 28,820 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 28 Mar 2006 23,819 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2006 23,733 miles

Nearside Front Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)

Offside Front Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)

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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BK03 HZS is a 2003 Suzuki Jimny in Black with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BK03 HZS, 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 BK03 HZS registered?

BK03 HZS is a 2003 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 28 March 2003.

Is BK03 HZS safe to buy?

The MOT history for BK03 HZS shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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