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ET03 AHL

2003 Suzuki Jimny

Blue Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Feb 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

74,416 mi
Last recorded74,416 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2026
Typical for 2003 Suzuki Jimny57,891 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationET03 AHL
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2026 74,416 miles

Repair to rear boot floor welded from inside the vehicle

Surface corrosion to various parts and components of under vehicle ok at time of test with cat tool

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 6 Feb 2026 74,408 miles

Nearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Corner (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Corner (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Repair to rear boot floor welded from inside the vehicle

Surface corrosion to various parts and components of under vehicle ok at time of test with cat tool

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Sep 2024 71,716 miles

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

both front headlamp lenses deteriorated

both rear trailing arm bushes slightly perished

osf seatbelt buckle mount slight wear

screen chipped

Pass 20 May 2023 69,090 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2021 66,602 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing osf and nsf (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

brake pipes are corroded in general to mot limits

osr and nsr suspension tie bar bushes are deteriorated and splitting

Fail 1 Dec 2021 66,602 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced osr inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Towbar with an unsafe modification to primary components (6.1.6 (g) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing osf and nsf (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

brake pipes are corroded in general to mot limits

osr and nsr suspension tie bar bushes are deteriorated and splitting

Pass 4 Nov 2020 65,694 miles

All brake pipes rusted

Pass 15 Nov 2019 64,884 miles

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

Fuel pipes rusted

Rear seats removed at time of re-test

Fail 14 Nov 2019 64,884 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Fuel pipes rusted

Pass 2 Nov 2018 63,973 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front pipe rusty and slighty corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both front ball joint boots slight leak of grease (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Front Wheel bearing has slight play both front wheel bearing have slight play in them (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Nearside Front Outer hub seal leaking on backing plate

Nearside Rear tyre is slightly perished and cracking in the tread

Offside Rear Exhaust mounting defective back box rubber mounting broken (6.1.2 (a))

Rear rear wiper blade split

Pass 1 Nov 2017 62,903 miles

brake pipes rusting

n/s/f tractor joint leaking

Fail 1 Nov 2017 62,903 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

brake pipes rusting

n/s/f tractor joint leaking

Pass 4 Feb 2016 57,195 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2015 49,076 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 21 Mar 2014 44,029 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2013 40,313 miles

mid anr rear exhaust rusty

Pass 27 Mar 2012 36,036 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2011 32,151 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2010 27,608 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2009 22,640 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 24 Jun 2008 19,817 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2007 16,075 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2006 10,893 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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ET03 AHL is a 2003 Suzuki Jimny in Blue with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 ET03 AHL, 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 ET03 AHL registered?

ET03 AHL is a 2003 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 24 June 2003.

Is ET03 AHL safe to buy?

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