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FV03 YMX

2003 Suzuki Jimny

Silver Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jul 2025
Tests24 (18 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

80,773 mi
Last recorded80,773 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2024
Typical for 2003 Suzuki Jimny57,891 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

18 pass 6 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2024 80,773 miles

Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Fail 1 Jul 2024 80,772 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 7 Jul 2023 74,146 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2023 74,146 miles

Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 7 Dec 2021 67,156 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2021 67,148 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage attachment bracket/mounting fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 Nov 2020 64,447 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 12 Nov 2020 64,447 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 24 Apr 2019 58,511 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Feb 2018 53,932 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2017 46,928 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2016 46,114 miles
Pass 18 May 2015 44,199 miles
Pass 19 May 2014 40,250 miles
Pass 20 May 2013 36,007 miles

rear fuel pipes corroded

Fail 22 May 2012 33,529 miles

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

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Pass 22 May 2012 33,529 miles

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

Pass 16 May 2011 31,216 miles
Fail 9 May 2011 31,163 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 11 May 2010 28,043 miles
Pass 11 May 2009 25,130 miles

All tyres slightly cracked around outer sidewalls

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

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

Oil leak

Pass 13 May 2008 21,039 miles
Pass 15 May 2007 15,271 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2006 13,000 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 YMX is a 2003 Suzuki Jimny in Silver with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 YMX, 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 YMX registered?

FV03 YMX is a 2003 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 26 June 2003.

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