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FG03 YYR

2003 Suzuki Jimny

Blue Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jan 2027
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

91,642 mi
Last recorded91,642 miles
Recorded on14 Jan 2026
Typical for 2003 Suzuki Jimny57,891 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG03 YYR
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Jan 2026 91,642 miles

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

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

underside in general is coroded

Fail 14 Jan 2026 91,642 miles

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

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

underside in general is coroded

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Jan 2025 87,694 miles

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

Pass 12 Jan 2024 81,048 miles

exhaust coroded

underside of vehicle in general is coroded

Pass 12 Jan 2023 74,833 miles

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 13 Jan 2022 70,848 miles

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Jan 2021 66,744 miles

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

General underbody corrosion

Offside Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

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

Rear Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Jan 2020 63,406 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

four wheel drive brake test (no prinout

Pass 12 Jan 2019 61,895 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2018 59,577 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2017 57,226 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2016 54,363 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2015 48,846 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2014 45,302 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2013 41,563 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2012 39,347 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2011 35,786 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2010 32,860 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2009 30,339 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2008 27,899 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2007 25,487 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2006 34,343 miles

handbrake travel

nearside front flexible brake hose ferrule coroded

nearside front tyre worn on outer edge

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 YYR is a 2003 Suzuki Jimny in Blue with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

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 YYR, 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 FG03 YYR registered?

FG03 YYR is a 2003 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 17 April 2003.

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