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FE03 VYA

2003 Suzuki Jimny

Red Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jul 2017
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

43,781 mi
Last recorded43,781 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2016
Typical for 2003 Suzuki Jimny57,891 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE03 VYA
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2016 43,781 miles

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

Pass 2 Jul 2015 42,151 miles

exhaust system deteriorated

Pass 16 Jul 2014 40,120 miles

exhaust centre mounting begining to corrode

Pass 1 Aug 2013 36,823 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2012 33,561 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2012 33,561 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

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

Pass 18 Jul 2011 31,081 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 22 Jul 2010 27,170 miles

Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

both front tyres begining to perish

Fail 22 Jul 2010 27,170 miles

Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

both front tyres begining to perish

Pass 11 May 2009 20,362 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2008 19,407 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2007 16,455 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2006 12,407 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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FE03 VYA is a 2003 Suzuki Jimny in Red with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 FE03 VYA, 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 FE03 VYA registered?

FE03 VYA is a 2003 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 1 March 2003.

Is FE03 VYA safe to buy?

The MOT history for FE03 VYA shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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