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FG03 VJM

2003 Suzuki Jimny

Red Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Nov 2026
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

70,340 mi
Last recorded70,340 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2025
Typical for 2003 Suzuki Jimny57,891 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG03 VJM
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2025 70,340 miles

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

Coil spring corroded All (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both outer edges (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

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

Pass 12 Nov 2024 61,163 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced general body (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 15 Nov 2023 58,612 miles

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

Pass 25 Oct 2022 57,220 miles

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

general corrosion to underside and components

Pass 11 Nov 2021 55,880 miles

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

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Pass 11 Nov 2020 53,994 miles

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

general corrosion to underside components

Pass 9 May 2019 50,412 miles

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

Pass 10 May 2018 47,043 miles

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

Front wheel bearing has slight play offside and nearside (2.5.A.3c)

fuel pipes corroded

offside and nearside front axle swivel joint seals leaking

wipers slight smearing

Pass 10 May 2017 43,284 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules front and rear (3.6.B.4e)

fuel pipes corroded

general corrosion to underbody and components

Pass 18 May 2016 42,296 miles
Pass 28 May 2015 41,612 miles
Pass 28 May 2014 43,319 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Fail 17 Jun 2013 38,673 miles

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

Offside front tyre perished

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

nearside front tyre perished

Pass 17 Jun 2013 38,673 miles

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

Offside front tyre perished

nearside front tyre perished

Pass 22 May 2012 36,722 miles
Fail 21 May 2012 36,721 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Fail 21 Jun 2011 35,311 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Jun 2011 35,311 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2010 33,215 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2009 30,689 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 12 Jun 2008 28,025 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2007 251,237 miles
Fail 30 May 2007 25,149 miles

Offside Front suspension has excessive movement at a suspension ball joint (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 20 Jun 2006 22,397 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2006 22,187 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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FG03 VJM is a 2003 Suzuki Jimny in Red with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84%.

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 FG03 VJM, 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 FG03 VJM registered?

FG03 VJM is a 2003 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 25 March 2003.

Is FG03 VJM safe to buy?

The MOT history for FG03 VJM shows 25 tests with a 84% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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