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DU03 TWW

2003 Suzuki Jimny

Blue Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Sep 2018
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

98,337 mi
Last recorded98,337 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2018
Typical for 2003 Suzuki Jimny57,891 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDU03 TWW
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Fail 4 Sep 2018 98,337 miles

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

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

Offside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting near head l;amp (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced behind wheel (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced in front of wheel (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage likely to become detached in the event of a collision (7.1.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Axle swivel joint so worn or insecure in a stub axle that directional stability is impaired (5.1.2 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced in front of wheel (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear seats removed prior to test

boot floor corroded

Pass 22 Aug 2017 95,912 miles

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 2 Sep 2016 93,243 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2016 93,242 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

Pass 7 Sep 2015 91,208 miles

Offside Front Axle swivel joint has slight movement between a swivel joint and its housing (2.5.A.1b)

Fail 7 Sep 2015 91,208 miles

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

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Offside Front Axle swivel joint has slight movement between a swivel joint and its housing (2.5.A.1b)

Pass 1 Sep 2014 88,654 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2013 82,416 miles

All tyres are cracked and perished, some have cuts

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

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

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

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

Pass 23 Aug 2012 72,170 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2012 72,170 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 2 Sep 2011 59,796 miles

Discs corroded.

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 2 Sep 2011 59,796 miles

Discs corroded.

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 30 Jul 2011 59,317 miles

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

front to rear metal brake pipes slightly corroded

handbrake travel requires attention soon

Pass 3 Jul 2010 50,853 miles

both front shocker bushes slightly perished

nearside rear shocker light misting of oil

oil around nearside front swivel joint

slight play in nearside front swivel joint

Pass 27 Jun 2009 41,243 miles

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

Pass 26 Jul 2008 33,395 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2007 25,413 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

nearside front tyre wearin on outer edge

Pass 3 Apr 2006 15,780 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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DU03 TWW is a 2003 Suzuki Jimny in Blue with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 DU03 TWW, 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 DU03 TWW registered?

DU03 TWW is a 2003 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 31 March 2003.

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