CarVerify

Free Car Check

CU53 MZF

2003 Suzuki Jimny

Blue Petrol 1298cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jul 2023
Tests21 (14 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

83,878 mi
Last recorded83,878 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2022
Typical for 2003 Suzuki Jimny57,891 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Suzuki
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationCU53 MZF
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

14 pass 7 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2022 83,878 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 30 Jul 2022 83,878 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 16 Sep 2019 82,174 miles

Rear Floor corroded

Fail 16 Sep 2019 82,174 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Rear Floor corroded

Pass 10 May 2018 70,625 miles

Corrosion on exhaust system.

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Fail 9 Apr 2018 70,624 miles

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

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded across axle (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases silencer (7.1.2)

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

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded both metal pipes front to rear corroded (3.6.B.2c) DANGEROUS

Offside Brake pipe leaking metal pipe front to rear burst (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing both sides badly corroded, function not impaired yet. (2.7.2a)

Pass 6 Dec 2016 68,549 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded AT LOAD SENSING VALVE (3.6.B.2c)

Brake pipe slightly corroded PIPE ACROSS REAR AXLE (3.6.B.2c)

Fuel Pipe/s corroded FRONT TO REAR ()

Nearside Front Lower Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement REAR BUSH (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement REAR BUSH (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak AT ENGINE ()

Fail 2 Dec 2016 68,549 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded AT LOAD SENSING VALVE (3.6.B.2c)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases AT SILENCER (7.1.2)

Exhaust system not adequately supported AT CENTRE SECTION (7.1.1)

Brake pipe slightly corroded AT LOAD SENSING VALVE (3.6.B.2c)

Brake pipe slightly corroded PIPE ACROSS REAR AXLE (3.6.B.2c)

Fuel Pipe/s corroded FRONT TO REAR ()

Nearside Front Lower Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement REAR BUSH (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement REAR BUSH (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak AT ENGINE ()

Pass 14 Nov 2015 63,819 miles

front to rear fuel pipes corroded

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

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

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

Offside Rear tyre has 2x nails in it

Fail 12 Nov 2015 63,819 miles

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

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner sill (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner sill (2.4.A.3)

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

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

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

Offside Rear tyre has 2x nails in it

front to rear fuel pipes corroded

Pass 12 Nov 2014 58,166 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2013 52,038 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2012 47,542 miles

metal breather pipes on top of front axel coroded

Pass 22 Nov 2011 44,148 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2011 44,145 miles

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

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

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

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 11 Nov 2010 40,513 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

front axel hub breather pipes coroded

Pass 19 Nov 2009 37,277 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2008 34,619 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2007 30,965 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2007 30,965 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 7 Sep 2006 27,873 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
Full Suzuki Jimny reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

CU53 MZF 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 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 CU53 MZF, 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

How do I check the history of CU53 MZF?

You can check the full history of CU53 MZF by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was CU53 MZF registered?

CU53 MZF is a 2003 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 6 September 2003.

Is CU53 MZF safe to buy?

The MOT history for CU53 MZF shows 21 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.

Does CU53 MZF have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on CU53 MZF. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.