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DE03 SSJ

2003 Suzuki Jimny

Red Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jun 2021
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

66,663 mi
Last recorded66,663 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2020
Typical for 2003 Suzuki Jimny57,891 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE03 SSJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2020 66,663 miles

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

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Offside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 4 Mar 2020 66,660 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

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

Front Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened panhard rod (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened panhard rod (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 10 Feb 2020 66,659 miles

Offside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Rear Suspension rod attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension rod corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Aug 2016 66,311 miles

Offside Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Fail 30 Jul 2016 66,304 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded rear crossing pipe (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded from load valve to flexi pipe (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

Pass 17 Jul 2015 65,092 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2014 62,869 miles
Pass 15 May 2013 60,388 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2012 57,904 miles

Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 14 Jun 2011 56,080 miles

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Fail 7 Jun 2011 56,080 miles

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

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 19 May 2010 53,322 miles
Pass 5 May 2009 46,222 miles
Pass 13 May 2008 41,443 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 22 May 2007 35,276 miles
Pass 3 May 2006 29,261 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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DE03 SSJ is a 2003 Suzuki Jimny in Red with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 DE03 SSJ, 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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DE03 SSJ is a 2003 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 3 May 2003.

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