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CE53 KWK

2003 Suzuki Jimny

Blue Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jun 2024
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

57,841 mi
Last recorded57,841 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2023
Typical for 2003 Suzuki Jimny57,891 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCE53 KWK
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2023 57,841 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Jun 2022 51,879 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2022 51,878 miles

Brake load sensing valve linkage defective and function impaired Spring snapped (1.1.17 (a))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 23 Jun 2021 46,528 miles

All 4 tyres slightly cracked/ perished

Corrosion to both front shock absorbers

Corrosion to rear inner sills on both sides

Offside Front Slight oil leak from swivel hub oil seal

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

Rear Body crossmember slightly corroded

Fail 22 Jun 2021 46,528 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded X2 (1.1.11 (c))

All 4 tyres slightly cracked/ perished

Corrosion to both front shock absorbers

Corrosion to rear inner sills on both sides

Offside Front Slight oil leak from swivel hub oil seal

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

Rear Body crossmember slightly corroded

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 19 Jun 2020 41,720 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Fail 17 Jun 2020 41,720 miles

Offside Front Oil leaking excessively from transmission hub seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Axle king pin so loose it is likely to affect directional stability (5.1.2 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 24 Jun 2019 39,502 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2019 39,502 miles

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))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 25 Jun 2018 3,709 miles
Pass 13 May 2017 35,175 miles
Pass 28 May 2016 34,042 miles

front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 6 Jun 2015 32,074 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2014 30,443 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2013 28,501 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2013 28,501 miles

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

Pass 3 Sep 2010 22,865 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2009 16,705 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2009 16,700 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 8 Oct 2007 13,407 miles

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

Pass 15 Sep 2006 10,377 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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CE53 KWK is a 2003 Suzuki Jimny in Blue with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 CE53 KWK, 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.

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What year was CE53 KWK registered?

CE53 KWK is a 2003 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 1 September 2003.

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