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FA03 VJJ

2003 Suzuki Jimny

Black Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Mar 2021
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

18,694 mi
Last recorded18,694 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2020
Typical for 2003 Suzuki Jimny57,891 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFA03 VJJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Mar 2020 18,694 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All 4 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 6 Mar 2020 18,694 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All 4 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

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

Pass 15 Sep 2018 17,775 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Sep 2017 14,518 miles

Nearside Front Outer tyre wall deteriorated / perished

Nearside Rear Outer tyre wall deteriorated / perished

Offside Front Outer tyre wall deteriorated / perished

Offside Rear Outer tyre wall deteriorated / perished

Pass 13 Sep 2016 10,705 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2015 10,571 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2014 10,446 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2013 10,239 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2012 9,801 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2011 9,086 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2010 8,283 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2009 7,285 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2008 5,684 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2007 4,140 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2006 2,230 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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FA03 VJJ is a 2003 Suzuki Jimny in Black with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 FA03 VJJ, 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 FA03 VJJ registered?

FA03 VJJ is a 2003 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 29 July 2003.

Is FA03 VJJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FA03 VJJ shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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