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FN03 DDK

2003 Suzuki Jimny

Blue Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 May 2016
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

82,217 mi
Last recorded82,217 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2016
Typical for 2003 Suzuki Jimny57,891 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFN03 DDK
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Fail 22 Jun 2016 82,217 miles

Centre Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases joint between rear silencer & centre pipe (7.1.2)

Centre Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded floor pan (5.2.6)

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Front Lower Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking just below reservoir (2.3.3b)

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded corrosion within 30cm of seat mounting (5.2.6)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded sill panel (5.2.6)

Offside Front Lower Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking by chassis rail (2.3.3b)

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded corrosion within 30cm of seat mounting (5.2.6)

Offside Front Axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering oil leaking onto tyre & brake backplate (2.5.A.3a) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front tyre worn low on edge

Nearside Rear Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear most bushes (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear most bushes (2.4.G.2)

all tyre showing signs of cracking/perishing

both front wipers have small tears on their end's, but still clearing screen ok

Pass 20 Apr 2015 76,779 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

chassis rusty

o/s/f swivel leaking

Pass 14 May 2014 75,240 miles
Fail 7 May 2014 75,230 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Lower Axle swivel joint has excessive play in a swivel pin (2.5.A.3b)

Offside Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) excessively corroded (2.3.2)

Offside Rear Lower Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Power steering component(s) leaking from a failed seal (2.3.3b) DANGEROUS

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

General corrosion under vehicle

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

front discs heavy corrosion

Pass 5 Apr 2013 73,729 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2013 73,729 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 9 Apr 2012 68,122 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2008 61,195 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 31 Jul 2007 12,030 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2006 40,234 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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FN03 DDK is a 2003 Suzuki Jimny in Blue with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FN03 DDK, 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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FN03 DDK is a 2003 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 23 May 2003.

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