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FD03 HHF

2003 Suzuki Jimny

Red Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Aug 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

74,288 mi
Last recorded74,288 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2025
Typical for 2003 Suzuki Jimny57,891 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD03 HHF
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2025 74,288 miles

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (both) (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Nearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced headlamp mounting panel (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Rear Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 26 Jun 2024 74,283 miles

FUEL PIPES CORRODED

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 18 Nov 2022 70,723 miles

Fuel pipes corroded

Fail 15 Nov 2022 70,723 miles

Position lamp not working All (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Fuel pipes corroded

Pass 27 Apr 2018 66,511 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2015 64,833 miles

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

Fuel pipe/s corroded

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

Pass 8 Jan 2014 64,065 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Gearbox mounting defective

Nearside Front Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Fail 6 Jan 2014 64,051 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision worn smooth (3.3.A.1b)

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

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Gearbox mounting defective

Nearside Front Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Oil leak

Pass 11 Jan 2013 62,864 miles

n/s/r + o/s/f tyres tread & side walls cracking

Fail 7 Jan 2013 62,838 miles

Nearside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

n/s/r + o/s/f tyres tread & side walls cracking

Pass 14 Dec 2011 55,707 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 13 Jan 2011 51,278 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2010 103,039 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2010

Offside Front Axle swivel joint has excessive play (2.5.A.3b)

Pass 30 Mar 2009 41,156 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2008 33,155 miles

ADVISE BRAKE DISCS RUSTY

Pass 7 Jun 2007 28,115 miles

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

Pass 21 Apr 2006 21,817 miles

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

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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FD03 HHF is a 2003 Suzuki Jimny in Red with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 FD03 HHF, 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 FD03 HHF registered?

FD03 HHF is a 2003 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 30 April 2003.

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