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FV03 HRL

2003 Suzuki Jimny

Silver Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jan 2017
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

103,468 mi
Last recorded103,468 miles
Recorded on14 Jan 2016
Typical for 2003 Suzuki Jimny57,891 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Jan 2016 103,468 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2015 93,668 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Lower Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Lower Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 19 Jan 2015 93,668 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Offside Rear Lower Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 27 Jan 2014 87,443 miles

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

Pass 29 Jan 2013 82,214 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2012 82,160 miles

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

Prop-shaft universal joint worn

Pass 5 May 2011 76,267 miles
Pass 5 May 2010 61,697 miles
Fail 5 May 2010 61,697 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 8 May 2009 50,256 miles
Pass 9 May 2008 38,965 miles
Fail 9 May 2008 38,965 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 9 May 2007 26,698 miles
Pass 8 May 2006 16,787 miles

Could not check nearside rear seat belt as child seat is fitted.

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 HRL is a 2003 Suzuki Jimny in Silver with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 HRL, 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 HRL registered?

FV03 HRL is a 2003 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 12 May 2003.

Is FV03 HRL safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV03 HRL shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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