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FM03 NZR

2003 Suzuki Jimny

Red Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jun 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

22,745 mi
Last recorded22,745 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2026
Typical for 2003 Suzuki Jimny57,891 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM03 NZR
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2026 22,745 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Small chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 29 May 2026 22,716 miles

Offside Front Fluid leaking continuously posing a serious risk to road safety swivel joint (8.4.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Fluid leak, but not excessive swivel joint (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 9 May 2025 16,257 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2024 15,386 miles

Exhaust tail pipe deteriorated

Fail 18 Sep 2024 15,386 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Exhaust tail pipe deteriorated

Pass 25 Sep 2023 12,962 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2022 12,577 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2021 12,267 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2020 11,074 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2019 9,568 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2018 8,553 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2017 7,784 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2016 7,650 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2010 7,650 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2010 7,650 miles

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

Pass 29 Jun 2009 7,649 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2009 7,645 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 11 Jun 2008 7,494 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 14 Jun 2007 6,363 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2006 4,452 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 NZR is a 2003 Suzuki Jimny in Red with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 NZR, 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 NZR registered?

FM03 NZR is a 2003 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 28 June 2003.

Is FM03 NZR safe to buy?

The MOT history for FM03 NZR shows 20 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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