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DA53 HCF

2003 Suzuki Jimny

Black Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Dec 2020
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

82,031 mi
Last recorded82,031 miles
Recorded on13 Dec 2019
Typical for 2003 Suzuki Jimny57,891 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDA53 HCF
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Dec 2019 82,031 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2019 82,029 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Front Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

Pass 7 Dec 2018 80,528 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2018 80,526 miles

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Obligatory mirror insecure (3.3 (b) (ii))

Pass 12 Dec 2017 78,646 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2017 78,645 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Dec 2016 76,608 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2016 75,933 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2015 74,763 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2015 74,763 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Pass 3 Mar 2014 73,066 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2013 71,445 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2012 69,956 miles

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

Pass 1 Mar 2011 68,208 miles

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

Pass 8 Mar 2010 66,615 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2008 46,549 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2007 28,616 miles

Offside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 16 Sep 2006 18,412 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

nearside front drive shaft universal joint has a slight oil leak

park brake lever has little reserve travel

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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DA53 HCF is a 2003 Suzuki Jimny in Black with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 DA53 HCF, 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 DA53 HCF registered?

DA53 HCF is a 2003 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 18 October 2003.

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