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EO53 HJY

2003 Suzuki Jimny

Black Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Sep 2018
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

133,988 mi
Last recorded133,988 miles
Recorded on25 Aug 2017
Typical for 2003 Suzuki Jimny57,891 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEO53 HJY
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Aug 2017 133,988 miles

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

Oil leak ()

Fail 24 Aug 2017 133,988 miles

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Oil leak ()

Pass 2 Sep 2016 123,435 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 1 Sep 2015 121,481 miles

oil leaks,suspension components corroding

Pass 20 Sep 2014 102,293 miles

Oil leak

brake pipes corrodeing

fuel pipes corrodeing

wiper blades worn.

Pass 21 Sep 2013 94,018 miles

oil leaks,rear bumper damaged

Fail 14 Sep 2013 94,012 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

oil leaks,rear bumper damaged

Pass 3 Oct 2012 86,714 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

f/tyres wearing on edges,oil leaks

Pass 26 Sep 2011 77,237 miles

Coolant leak

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

slight oil leak from near side front hub seal.

Fail 23 Sep 2011 77,232 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c) DANGEROUS

oil leaks

Pass 21 Sep 2010 69,286 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2010 69,285 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

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

Pass 23 Sep 2009 61,412 miles

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

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

nearside front hub seal weeping slightly

Pass 22 Sep 2008 49,839 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2007 38,043 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2006 26,352 miles

exhaust system starting to corrode in places

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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EO53 HJY is a 2003 Suzuki Jimny in Black with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 EO53 HJY, 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 EO53 HJY registered?

EO53 HJY is a 2003 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 4 September 2003.

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