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FM03 GZP

2003 Suzuki Jimny

Black Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Dec 2025
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

74,515 mi
Last recorded74,515 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2024
Typical for 2003 Suzuki Jimny57,891 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM03 GZP
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Dec 2024 74,515 miles

Central Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all four tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 21 Nov 2023 72,607 miles

Central Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 17 Nov 2022 66,731 miles

Body, chassis, structure has slightly corroded

Pass 7 Jul 2021 65,596 miles

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

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

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Rear registration plate slightly obscured by a lamp

Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch all ()

engine fault management light on

suspension lower on the offside front and rear

Fail 6 Jul 2021 65,596 miles

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions both directional (5.2.3 (i))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both damaged (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

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

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported across axle (1.1.11 (d) (i))

Rear registration plate slightly obscured by a lamp

Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch all ()

engine fault management light on

suspension lower on the offside front and rear

Pass 14 Jun 2018 63,731 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 10 Nov 2016 61,492 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2015 54,702 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2014 51,854 miles

n/s/f and o/s/f hubs are slightly damp with oil

Fail 2 Jul 2014 51,854 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

n/s/f and o/s/f hubs are slightly damp with oil

Fail 15 Jul 2013 45,720 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

various areas of under body corosion

Pass 15 Jul 2013 45,720 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

various areas of under body corosion

Pass 9 Jul 2012 41,321 miles

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

Exhaust system coroded

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

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

Offside front tyre perishing

Pass 14 Jul 2011 37,868 miles

re issued mot cert due to wrong odometer reading

Pass 4 Jul 2011 67,622 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2010 34,059 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2009 28,740 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2008 25,418 miles
Pass 23 May 2007 24,976 miles

rear exhaust silencer heavily corroded

Pass 25 May 2006 24,554 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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FM03 GZP is a 2003 Suzuki Jimny in Black with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 FM03 GZP, 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 FM03 GZP registered?

FM03 GZP is a 2003 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 13 June 2003.

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