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DF03 VJJ

2003 Suzuki Jimny

Blue Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jan 2021
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

60,832 mi
Last recorded60,832 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2020
Typical for 2003 Suzuki Jimny57,891 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF03 VJJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Jan 2020 60,832 miles

Bolt missing from exhaust flange

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Swivel housing leaking oil

Fail 16 Dec 2019 60,599 miles

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

Nearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Bolt missing from exhaust flange

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Swivel housing leaking oil.

Pass 29 Nov 2018 54,301 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear box (6.1.2 (a))

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

n/s & o/s chassis corrosion starting

n/s & o/s inner sills corroded

n/s & o/s outer sills plastic covers

no warning lights on dash time of test

wheel trims fitted alround

Fail 29 Nov 2018 54,301 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear box (6.1.2 (a))

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

n/s & o/s chassis corrosion starting

n/s & o/s inner sills corroded

n/s & o/s outer sills plastic covers

no warning lights on dash time of test

wheel trims fitted alround

Fail 26 Nov 2018 54,216 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak Rear joint (8.2.1.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is inadequately repaired inner sill, repair not fully seam welded (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner arch, at front (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner arch, at front (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Dec 2017 43,156 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Oct 2016 40,827 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2015 38,631 miles

Nearside Front NS front hub swivel seal slight leak

Rear Rear metal brake pipes rusty.

Pass 30 Oct 2014 36,528 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

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

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

Pass 26 Oct 2013 34,765 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Nov 2012 32,614 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2012 31,750 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2012 31,750 miles

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

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

off side front swivel housing on knuckle weeping oil and both knuckles are cooroded and pitted

Pass 13 Jun 2011 28,535 miles

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

Pass 8 Jun 2010 25,150 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Jun 2009 21,435 miles

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

Pass 19 Jun 2008 17,871 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2007 13,715 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Jun 2006 10,787 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 VJJ is a 2003 Suzuki Jimny in Blue with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 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 VJJ, 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 VJJ registered?

DF03 VJJ is a 2003 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 27 June 2003.

Is DF03 VJJ safe to buy?

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