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DF53 WKZ

2003 Suzuki Jimny

Red Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jan 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

81,194 mi
Last recorded81,194 miles
Recorded on14 Jan 2026
Typical for 2003 Suzuki Jimny57,891 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF53 WKZ
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Jan 2026 81,194 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2025 80,431 miles

under sill over brake pipes and brake hosue and chassia

Pass 23 Jan 2024 79,657 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2024 79,657 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction p0400 EGR flow malfunction-current code (8.2.1.2 (h))

Pass 23 Jan 2023 79,045 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2020 77,194 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 24 Oct 2019 74,465 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 17 Oct 2018 69,875 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 31 Oct 2017 59,594 miles

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

both rear tyres perishing

Pass 8 Nov 2016 54,591 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2016 53,251 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2015 50,111 miles

Front Brake pads approximately 25% left

Rear silencer outer skin corroded

Pass 16 Jan 2014 45,309 miles

both rear shock bushes slightly deteriorated

rear exhaust slightly deteriorated

slight play in offside front lower hub swivel

Pass 18 Jan 2013 41,214 miles

Both rear shock lower bushes pereshed

Rear silencer outer skin deteriorated

Pass 23 Jan 2012 36,617 miles

Both rear shock absorber lower bushes deteriorating

Rear silencer outer skin in poor condition

Pass 17 Dec 2010 31,338 miles

rear scylencer outer skin slightly deteriated

rear shock lower bushes pereshing

Pass 3 Dec 2009 26,936 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2009 21,679 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 2 Jan 2008 16,126 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2007 9,640 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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DF53 WKZ is a 2003 Suzuki Jimny in Red with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 DF53 WKZ, 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 DF53 WKZ registered?

DF53 WKZ is a 2003 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 29 December 2003.

Is DF53 WKZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for DF53 WKZ shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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