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BN53 NXY

2003 Suzuki Jimny

Black Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Oct 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

84,164 mi
Last recorded84,164 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2025
Typical for 2003 Suzuki Jimny57,891 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN53 NXY
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Oct 2025 84,164 miles

Headlamp lens slightly defective Both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Vehicle has been modified for off road use

Fail 15 Jul 2015 77,393 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 15 Jul 2015 77,393 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2014 71,630 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

front swivels leaking

rear exhaust corroded

Pass 17 Jul 2013 65,622 miles

Nearside Front Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)

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

Pass 12 Jul 2012 57,803 miles

n/s mirror glass cracked

n/s o/s front swivel ball seals leaking

Fail 11 Jul 2012 57,803 miles

Offside Front Lower Axle swivel joint has excessive play in a swivel pin (2.5.A.3b)

n/s mirror glass cracked

n/s o/s front swivel ball seals leaking

Pass 14 Jul 2011 50,868 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2010 44,628 miles

Nearside Front Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)

Fail 14 Jul 2010 44,628 miles

Nearside Front Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Pass 15 Jul 2009 35,739 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2008 30,338 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2007 28,049 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2006 21,639 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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BN53 NXY is a 2003 Suzuki Jimny in Black with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 BN53 NXY, 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 BN53 NXY registered?

BN53 NXY is a 2003 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 1 September 2003.

Is BN53 NXY safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN53 NXY shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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