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CF53 FTY

2003 Suzuki Jimny

Red Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Dec 2026
Tests26 (20 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

47,095 mi
Last recorded47,095 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2025
Typical for 2003 Suzuki Jimny57,891 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCF53 FTY
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

20 pass 6 fail
Pass 12 Dec 2025 47,095 miles

Front Registration plate damaged

Fuel cap seal starting to split

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Rear Heatshield slightly insecure

Pass 9 Dec 2024 41,124 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

exhaust corroded

rear exhaust heatshield slightly insecure

Fail 9 Dec 2024 41,124 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

exhaust corroded

rear exhaust heatshield slightly insecure

Pass 15 Dec 2023 38,361 miles

Exhaust corroded rear heatshield loose

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Fail 15 Dec 2023 38,360 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Exhaust corroded rear heatshield loose

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 16 Dec 2022 35,513 miles

Exhaust corroded

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Fail 16 Dec 2022 35,513 miles

Nearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

Offside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

Exhaust corroded

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 10 Dec 2021 32,743 miles

Exhaust corroded

Fail 10 Dec 2021 32,743 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Exhaust corroded

Pass 14 Dec 2020 30,122 miles

Rear Exhaust has slight corrosion

Pass 13 Jun 2019 25,412 miles

rear exhaust has corrosion

Pass 8 Jun 2018 21,037 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a nail in the tread which is in a non repairable position

Pass 12 Jun 2017 17,320 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2016 16,240 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2015 15,203 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2015 15,203 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

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

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

Pass 16 Jun 2014 14,138 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2013 12,935 miles

perish marks/cracks in front and rear tyres.

Fail 14 Jun 2013 12,935 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

perish marks/cracks in front and rear tyres.

Pass 18 Jun 2012 11,949 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2011 11,409 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2010 10,389 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2009 9,390 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2008 8,263 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2007 7,171 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2006 6,108 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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CF53 FTY is a 2003 Suzuki Jimny in Red with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 CF53 FTY, 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 CF53 FTY registered?

CF53 FTY is a 2003 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 3 December 2003.

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