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CV53 LHD

2003 Suzuki Jimny

Black Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Feb 2027
Tests26 (18 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

63,466 mi
Last recorded63,466 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2026
Typical for 2003 Suzuki Jimny57,891 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCV53 LHD
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

18 pass 8 fail
Pass 29 Jan 2026 63,466 miles

Nearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Below headlamp (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Below headlamp (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Flexy to compensator valve (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 28 Jan 2026 63,454 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Below headlamp (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Below headlamp (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Flexy to compensator valve (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective Split (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Feb 2025 58,761 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2025 58,761 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 24 Apr 2023 49,788 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Fail 20 Apr 2023 49,784 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 9 Apr 2022 39,816 miles

Nearside Front headlight tarnished

front and rear suspesion corroded

Pass 29 Mar 2021 35,289 miles

under body corrosion

Pass 20 Feb 2020 31,583 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2020 31,583 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Pass 1 Mar 2019 30,066 miles

surface corrosion to underside steering braking and suspension components

Fail 18 Feb 2019 30,066 miles

Hydraulic fluid leaking excessively (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fluid leaking continuously posing a serious risk to road safety (8.4.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

surface corrosion to underside steering braking and suspension components

Pass 12 Jun 2017 29,892 miles

fuel pipes corroded

Fail 2 Jun 2017 29,888 miles

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

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

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

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded x2 front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

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

fuel pipes corroded

Pass 18 Feb 2016 29,887 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2016 29,877 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 13 Feb 2015 29,332 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2014 28,031 miles

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

Pass 26 Feb 2013 26,785 miles

fuel pipes corroded

Pass 22 Feb 2012 24,770 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2012 24,761 miles

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

Pass 14 Sep 2010 21,466 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2009 19,601 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2008 16,478 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2007 13,151 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 3 Oct 2006 9,498 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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CV53 LHD is a 2003 Suzuki Jimny in Black with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 CV53 LHD, 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 CV53 LHD registered?

CV53 LHD is a 2003 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 30 September 2003.

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