CarVerify

Free Car Check

DF03 AYE

2003 Suzuki Jimny

Black Petrol 1298cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 May 2025
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

102,528 mi
Last recorded102,528 miles
Recorded on2 May 2024
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

RegistrationDF03 AYE
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2003
ColourBlack
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

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 2 May 2024 102,528 miles

Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn both (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Front Fuel Pipe/s corroded to rear both ()

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

Fail 29 Apr 2024 102,526 miles

Central Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength both inner sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength body mounting both (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Body component likely to become detached (6.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected chassis x 2 (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn both (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Front Fuel Pipe/s corroded to rear both ()

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

Fail 13 Dec 2022 101,304 miles

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

Pass 27 Apr 2022 100,782 miles
Pass 14 May 2021 98,457 miles

Coil spring corroded all (5.3.1 (b) (i))

front and rear shock absorber casings corroded

front brake discs corroded

transfer box mounting deteriorated

Fail 13 May 2021 98,457 miles

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

Brake pipe excessively corroded to rear flexible hose (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded to cylinder (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system front to rear (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Coil spring corroded all (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to wheel cylinder (1.1.11 (c))

front and rear shock absorber casings corroded

front brake discs corroded

transfer box mounting deteriorated

Pass 14 Nov 2019 97,956 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2019 97,956 miles

Offside Rear Wheel bearing so rough it is likely to overheat or break up (5.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 Nov 2018 97,707 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2018 97,707 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn King pin bearings worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn King pin bearings worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Oct 2017 92,980 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

play in both front hub swivels

Pass 31 Oct 2016 88,097 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

play in both front suspension swivels

wear to front brake pads

Pass 15 Oct 2015 83,258 miles

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 28 Oct 2014 78,436 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 29 Oct 2013 72,001 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

wear to rear tyres

Pass 12 Jul 2012 64,995 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2011 59,983 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2010 56,557 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2009 49,642 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2009 49,629 miles

Offside Front Axle swivel joint has excessive play (2.5.A.3b)

Oil leak

Pass 30 Jun 2008 38,204 miles

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 2 Jul 2007 33,357 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2006 24,538 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

DF03 AYE is a 2003 Suzuki Jimny in Black with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

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 DF03 AYE, 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 DF03 AYE?

You can check the full history of DF03 AYE by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was DF03 AYE registered?

DF03 AYE is a 2003 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 28 June 2003.

Is DF03 AYE safe to buy?

The MOT history for DF03 AYE shows 23 tests with a 73.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DF03 AYE 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 DF03 AYE. 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.