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DY03 VTN

2003 Suzuki Jimny

Red Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2016
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

61,284 mi
Last recorded61,284 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2015
Typical for 2003 Suzuki Jimny57,891 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY03 VTN
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2015 61,284 miles

Front Front wheel bearing has slight play both (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 14 Jul 2014 59,208 miles

Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

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

Pass 4 Jul 2013 49,012 miles

Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 2 Jun 2012 48,687 miles

Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 20 Jun 2011 42,474 miles

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

Oil leak

front brake discs corroding

slight buckle f/o/s brake discs

Fail 7 Sep 2010 33,994 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 7 Sep 2010 33,994 miles

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

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

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

Pass 24 Aug 2009 20,214 miles

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

Pass 2 Jun 2009 23,476 miles
Pass 22 May 2008 18,755 miles
Pass 9 May 2007 17,732 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 VTN is a 2003 Suzuki Jimny in Red with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 DY03 VTN, 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 DY03 VTN registered?

DY03 VTN is a 2003 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 31 March 2003.

Is DY03 VTN safe to buy?

The MOT history for DY03 VTN shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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