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DF03 RLX

2003 Suzuki Jimny

Blue Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2016
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

61,874 mi
Last recorded61,874 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2015
Typical for 2003 Suzuki Jimny57,891 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF03 RLX
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2015 61,874 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2015 61,832 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 27 Jun 2014 56,650 miles

o/s/f tyre wearing on inner edge

Fail 25 Jun 2014 56,650 miles

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

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

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

o/s/f tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 19 Jun 2013 51,264 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Oil leak

Fail 19 Jun 2013 51,264 miles

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

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

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Oil leak

Pass 25 Jun 2012 47,341 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2011 42,920 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2011 42,856 miles

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

Pass 23 Jun 2010 39,471 miles

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

Oil leak

Pass 25 Jun 2009 34,192 miles

BOTH SPHEARS STARING TO CORRODE

Oil leak

Fail 24 Jun 2009 34,192 miles

Nearside front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)

BOTH SPHEARS STARING TO CORRODE

Offside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Oil leak

Pass 25 Jun 2008 29,399 miles

Oil leak

Pass 21 Jun 2007 23,973 miles

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

Nearside Front Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Rear tyres slightly deteriorated

Pass 21 Jun 2006 18,578 miles

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

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 RLX is a 2003 Suzuki Jimny in Blue with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 RLX, 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 DF03 RLX registered?

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

Is DF03 RLX safe to buy?

The MOT history for DF03 RLX shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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