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EX53 YXW

2003 Suzuki Jimny

Black Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Dec 2026
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

72,793 mi
Last recorded72,793 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2025
Typical for 2003 Suzuki Jimny57,891 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX53 YXW
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 Dec 2025 72,793 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2025 72,793 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases back box joint pipe (6.1.2 (a))

Rear exhaust back box corroded

Pass 19 Nov 2024 69,827 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2023 66,848 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2022 61,666 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Nov 2021 56,361 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2021 56,361 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 205/70/15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 18 Nov 2020 53,765 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 18 Nov 2020 53,765 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Position lamp not working x1 580 bulb fitted (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 25 Apr 2019 47,331 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2018 41,080 miles
Pass 3 May 2017 35,251 miles
Fail 3 May 2017 35,251 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 13 Apr 2016 29,610 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2015 23,967 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2015 23,967 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 14 Apr 2014 18,634 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Apr 2013 14,038 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2012 11,200 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2011 9,630 miles

Nearside Stop lamp damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)

Nearside Stop lamp slightly discoloured (1.2.1e)

Pass 9 Apr 2010 8,232 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2009 6,614 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2008 5,417 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2007 3,907 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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EX53 YXW is a 2003 Suzuki Jimny in Black with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

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 EX53 YXW, 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 EX53 YXW registered?

EX53 YXW is a 2003 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 27 November 2003.

Is EX53 YXW safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX53 YXW shows 24 tests with a 79.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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