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DF03 CGZ

2003 Suzuki Jimny

Red Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Dec 2020
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

90,388 mi
Last recorded90,388 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2019
Typical for 2003 Suzuki Jimny57,891 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF03 CGZ
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2019 90,388 miles

Central Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 14 Jun 2018 86,815 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2017 83,105 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2017 83,100 miles

Offside Inner Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings sill (6.1.B.2)

Pass 31 May 2016 82,265 miles

All brake and fuel pipes are corroded

Pass 8 Jun 2015 81,407 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2014 80,491 miles

Centre exhaust bracket broken

Main fuel pipes corroded

Nearside Front Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 18 Jun 2013 79,454 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2012 78,616 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2011 74,763 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2011 74,763 miles

Front Upper Brake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)

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

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

Pass 29 Sep 2010 66,891 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2009 56,187 miles

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

Pass 26 Sep 2008 45,390 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2008 45,390 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 10 Oct 2007 37,753 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2007 37,753 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

rear silencor outer skin corroded

Pass 7 Oct 2006 37,708 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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DF03 CGZ is a 2003 Suzuki Jimny in Red 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 DF03 CGZ, 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 DF03 CGZ registered?

DF03 CGZ is a 2003 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 19 June 2003.

Is DF03 CGZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for DF03 CGZ shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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