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FL53 JWF

2003 Suzuki Jimny

Red Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Sep 2014
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

45,449 mi
Last recorded45,449 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2013
Typical for 2003 Suzuki Jimny57,891 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL53 JWF
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2013 45,449 miles

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 21 Aug 2012 42,159 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2012 42,077 miles

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

Front Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)

Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 22 Aug 2011 36,887 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2010 32,245 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2009 28,474 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2008 24,145 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2007 19,543 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Oil leak

Pass 1 Sep 2006 16,253 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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FL53 JWF is a 2003 Suzuki Jimny in Red with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 FL53 JWF, 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 FL53 JWF registered?

FL53 JWF is a 2003 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 10 September 2003.

Is FL53 JWF safe to buy?

The MOT history for FL53 JWF shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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