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FN03 RVF

2003 Suzuki Jimny

Blue Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Sep 2025
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

163,381 mi
Last recorded163,381 miles
Recorded on20 Sep 2024
Typical for 2003 Suzuki Jimny57,891 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFN03 RVF
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 20 Sep 2024 163,381 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2023 161,813 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Rear body mounting area. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 24 Jun 2022 158,794 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2021 156,263 miles

Nearside Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

Pass 3 Aug 2018 155,108 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

Nearside Front Suspension arm modified but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (c) (i))

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

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

undersealed in places

Fail 3 Aug 2018 155,108 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Suspension arm modified but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (c) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

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

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

undersealed in places

Pass 24 Jul 2017 153,461 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2017

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

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

Pass 18 Jul 2016 142,678 miles

Nearside Front Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)

Offside Front Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)

rust some areas underside

Pass 2 Jul 2015 93,375 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2015 93,305 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 9 Jul 2014 94,407 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2013 68,459 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2012 54,114 miles

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

Pass 21 Jun 2011 44,992 miles

EXHAUST AND JOINTS IN POOR CONDITION IN PLACES

FUEL PIPES CORRODED

POSSIBLE NEARSIDE REAR DIFF SELL LEAKING

Fail 20 Jun 2011 44,992 miles

Nearside Rear wheel cylinder leaking (3.6.A.1)

EXHAUST AND JOINTS IN POOR CONDITION IN PLACES

FUEL PIPES CORRODED

POSSIBLE NEARSIDE REAR DIFF SELL LEAKING

Pass 15 Jun 2010 35,611 miles

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

Front brake discs pitted.

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

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

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

Pass 23 Jun 2009 26,847 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2008 22,309 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2008 22,306 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 30 Mar 2007 15,676 miles

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

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

Fail 26 Mar 2007 15,625 miles

Offside Front Axle swivel joint has excessive play (2.5.A.3b)

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

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

Pass 8 Mar 2006 12,228 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 RVF is a 2003 Suzuki Jimny in Blue with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

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 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 RVF, 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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What year was FN03 RVF registered?

FN03 RVF is a 2003 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 1 March 2003.

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