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DE53 YJX

2003 Suzuki Jimny

Black Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jul 2025
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

63,633 mi
Last recorded63,633 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2024
Typical for 2003 Suzuki Jimny57,891 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE53 YJX
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2024 63,633 miles

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged corroded (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Service brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. slightly pulling to nearside (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Fail 8 Jul 2024 63,603 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded x2 (1.1.11 (c))

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged corroded (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Pass 1 May 2015 58,174 miles
Pass 14 May 2013 45,701 miles
Fail 13 May 2013 45,701 miles

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

Front Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar vehicle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.4)

Pass 19 Apr 2012 43,581 miles

Oil leak

Rear tail box outer skin corroded

Pass 19 Apr 2011 40,281 miles

Exhaust rear tail box outer skin corroded

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

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

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

Pass 27 Sep 2010 38,537 miles

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

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

management light indicates a fault.

Pass 5 Aug 2009 33,732 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2008 24,866 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2007 21,163 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2006 15,413 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

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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DE53 YJX is a 2003 Suzuki Jimny in Black with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 DE53 YJX, 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 DE53 YJX registered?

DE53 YJX is a 2003 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 30 September 2003.

Is DE53 YJX safe to buy?

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