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FV03 DKE

2003 Suzuki Jimny

Silver Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jun 2019
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

99,418 mi
Last recorded99,418 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2018
Typical for 2003 Suzuki Jimny57,891 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV03 DKE
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2018 99,418 miles

Offside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Offside Rear All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Nov 2017 89,520 miles

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

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

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

Pass 1 Dec 2016 64,730 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Fail 1 Dec 2016 64,730 miles

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

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)

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 12 Nov 2015 57,806 miles

Rear seats down at time of test

engine light on

Pass 17 Nov 2014 50,490 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2013 47,867 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2012 46,391 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)

two exhaust brackets broken

Pass 23 Nov 2011 44,492 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2011 44,493 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

engine managment lamp on

rear silencer corroded not blowing

Pass 6 Dec 2010 42,254 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2009 38,683 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2009 38,674 miles

Offside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 18 Nov 2008 34,790 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2008 34,785 miles

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

Offside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 15 Nov 2007 25,269 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2006 43,774 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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FV03 DKE is a 2003 Suzuki Jimny in Silver with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 FV03 DKE, 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 FV03 DKE registered?

FV03 DKE is a 2003 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 1 March 2003.

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