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ET53 FFN

2003 Suzuki Jimny

Blue Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jul 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

96,000 mi
Last recorded96,000 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2017
Typical for 2003 Suzuki Jimny57,891 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationET53 FFN
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2017 96,000 miles

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both sides (1.7.5a)

Pass 8 Jul 2016 91,628 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2015 83,828 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2014 50,273 miles

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

Nearside Front Stub axle has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam (2.5.A.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 6 Jul 2013 67,103 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2012 55,890 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2011 45,342 miles

unable to check brake pads

Pass 8 Oct 2010 43,999 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2009 40,950 miles

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

Pass 8 Oct 2008 36,473 miles

nearside and offside front tyre cracking in between tread pattern

offside rear tyre cracking in between tread pattern

slight seapage from nearside swivel pin housing seal

Pass 10 Oct 2007 30,627 miles

n/s/f tyre outer edge of tread worn and close to wear bars

Fail 4 Oct 2006 24,110 miles

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

Pass 4 Oct 2006 24,110 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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ET53 FFN is a 2003 Suzuki Jimny in Blue with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 ET53 FFN, 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 ET53 FFN registered?

ET53 FFN is a 2003 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 31 December 2003.

Is ET53 FFN safe to buy?

The MOT history for ET53 FFN shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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