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DY03 HTF

2003 Suzuki Jimny

Silver Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Oct 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

69,799 mi
Last recorded69,799 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2025
Typical for 2003 Suzuki Jimny57,891 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY03 HTF
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2025 69,799 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2024 66,245 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

all brake and fuel pipes ,rusty and covered in underseal

Pass 23 Oct 2023 61,925 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 23 Oct 2023 61,923 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose excessively stretched incorrectly located in caliper (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Oct 2022 57,662 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Coil spring corroded both front and rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material cross axle (1.1.11 (c))

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced under side and inner sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))

front swivel joints slightly weeping

Pass 15 Oct 2021 55,419 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2021 55,419 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Oct 2020 55,060 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2019 51,295 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2018 46,514 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2017 42,908 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2016 36,103 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2015 35,672 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2014 34,731 miles

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

Fuel pipe/s corroded

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

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

both rear tyres slightly perished

centre exhaust bracket broken but system still supported

offside front swival joint slight weep

rear exhaust silecner slightly corroded

Pass 3 Jul 2013 33,615 miles

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

centre exhaust bracket broken but system still supported

offside front swivel joint has fluid around it

rear exhaust casing corroded

Pass 27 Jun 2012 32,663 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nail in nearside front tyre

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

back box outer casing corroded

several corrosion spots showing

Pass 7 Jul 2011 31,380 miles

front metal brake pipes slightly corroded

fuel pipes slightly corroded

rear number plate slightly discoloured

Fail 5 Jul 2011 31,380 miles

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

Offside Front Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)

front metal brake pipes slightly corroded

fuel pipes slightly corroded

rear number plate slightly discoloured

Pass 29 Jun 2010 28,667 miles

nearside rear light lens slightly damaged

rear exhaust casing slightly corroded

rear number plate slightly discoloured

rear seats folded down at time of test

Pass 2 Jul 2009 25,513 miles

both offside front metal brake pipes slightly corroded

fuel pipe corroded

rear exhaust casing corroded

Pass 30 Jun 2008 24,269 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2007 22,645 miles

nearside tyre wearing on outer edge

Pass 5 Jul 2006 19,604 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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DY03 HTF is a 2003 Suzuki Jimny in Silver with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 DY03 HTF, 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 DY03 HTF registered?

DY03 HTF is a 2003 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 14 March 2003.

Is DY03 HTF safe to buy?

The MOT history for DY03 HTF shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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