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DG03 JVE

2003 Suzuki Jimny

Blue Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jun 2019
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

91,845 mi
Last recorded91,845 miles
Recorded on21 May 2018
Typical for 2003 Suzuki Jimny57,891 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG03 JVE
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 May 2018 91,845 miles
Pass 10 May 2017 81,511 miles

Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion floors (6.1.A.1)

Pass 26 May 2016 76,103 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2015 69,950 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2015 69,950 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.D.2c)

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

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

Corrosion to O/S and N/S sill

Pass 19 May 2014 36,922 miles

engine light on

Fail 19 May 2014 36,922 miles

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

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

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

engine light on

offside front swivel housing leaking

Fail 2 Sep 2013 59,600 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.D.2c)

Front Service brake application uneven across the axle (3.7.D.2b)

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

o/s/f swivel housing leaking excessivly

Pass 9 Aug 2012 48,477 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2011 39,406 miles

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

Pass 7 Apr 2010 33,301 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2009 29,023 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2008 24,086 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2007 22,050 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2006 18,582 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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DG03 JVE is a 2003 Suzuki Jimny in Blue with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 DG03 JVE, 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 DG03 JVE registered?

DG03 JVE is a 2003 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 7 March 2003.

Is DG03 JVE safe to buy?

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