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FN03 DFA

2003 Suzuki Jimny

Blue Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Aug 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

111,505 mi
Last recorded111,505 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2017
Typical for 2003 Suzuki Jimny57,891 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2017 111,505 miles

Front brake pipes coated with grease

Nearside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Nearside Front Tyre deteriorating

Nearside Rear Tyre deteriorating

Offside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Deteriorating (4.1.E.1)

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 12 Jul 2016 108,034 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)

n/s/r tyre perished and worn low

o/s/f tyre wearing edges

o/s/r tyre 2mm

towbar corroded

unable to inspect outer sills trims fitted

Pass 15 Jul 2015 98,207 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

both inner sills corroding

front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

rear crossmember corroding by body mountings

unable to inspect outer sills trims fitted

Fail 14 Jul 2015 98,179 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

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

Nearside Rear Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

both inner sills corroding

front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

rear crossmember corroding by body mountings

unable to inspect outer sills trims fitted

Pass 18 Jul 2014 87,298 miles

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

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 17 Jul 2013 81,310 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2012 76,696 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2011 68,058 miles

front pads getting low/some wear discs

Fail 11 Jul 2011 68,058 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

front pads getting low/some wear discs

Pass 26 Jul 2010 59,127 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2009 49,017 miles

o/s/r tyre cracking between treads

Pass 7 Aug 2008 40,568 miles

all tyres are showing signs of perishing

metal section of n/s/f flexible brake hose is starting to corrode

Pass 10 Aug 2007 34,237 miles

exhaust rear box outer skin very rusty and partially missing

o/s/r shock absorber starting to leak

Pass 29 Jul 2006 24,777 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 DFA is a 2003 Suzuki Jimny in Blue with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 FN03 DFA, 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 DFA is a 2003 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 14 June 2003.

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