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FX03 SPZ

2003 Suzuki Jimny

Silver Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Aug 2027
Tests29 (23 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate79.3%

Mileage

105,284 mi
Last recorded105,284 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2026
Typical for 2003 Suzuki Jimny57,891 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX03 SPZ
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

23 pass 6 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2026 105,284 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

front belts slow to retract

fuel lines corroded

Fail 6 Aug 2026 105,284 miles

Central Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

front belts slow to retract

fuel lines corroded

Pass 7 Aug 2025 100,009 miles

Both front seat belts slightly slow to retract

Central Rear Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Slight weep from boot (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Fuel lines slight corrosion

Offside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Slight corrosion in arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 7 Oct 2024 91,367 miles

Central Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 27 Sep 2023 86,228 miles

Fuel Pipes Corroded

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 27 Sep 2023 86,228 miles

Fuel Pipes Corroded

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Incorrectly fitted (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 6 Oct 2022 83,930 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Integral body structure is modified but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security repair been covered in fibreglass making it difficult to assess for corrosion (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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

Offside Rear Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

fuel pipes corroded

Pass 3 Nov 2021 82,682 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2021 82,682 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 9 Nov 2020 82,664 miles

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

Wheel bearing has slight play Both front (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Nov 2019 82,627 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Nov 2018 81,355 miles

Nearside Front ball socket hub seal leaking

Nearside Front free wheeling hub bolt missing [outer]

Pass 8 Nov 2017 80,264 miles

Front Axle swivel joint has slight movement between a swivel joint and its housing Both sides & leaking oil (2.5.A.1b)

Nearside Front Hub leaking axle oil close to braking system risking contamination

Fail 8 Nov 2017 80,264 miles

Front Axle swivel joint has slight movement between a swivel joint and its housing Both sides & leaking oil (2.5.A.1b)

Nearside Front Hub leaking axle oil close to braking system risking contamination

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 12 Oct 2016 76,910 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2016 76,894 miles

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

Nearside Front Outer Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt leaking grease / oil on to wheel and tyre (2.4.G.2) DANGEROUS

Fuel Pipe/s corroded front to rear

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight play in an outer ball joint (2.5.B.2a)

Offside Front Front suspension has slight play in an outer ball joint (2.5.B.2a)

Offside Front Outer Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt with slight grease / oil seepage (2.4.G.2)

Rear coil spring corroded offside and nearside (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 30 Jun 2015 74,157 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2014 70,844 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2013 68,022 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2012 65,297 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2011 62,977 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Nov 2010 58,000 miles

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

Pass 30 Nov 2009 50,546 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2009 47,229 miles

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)

Fail 17 Jul 2009 46,932 miles

Nearside Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

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)

Pass 31 Jul 2008 39,487 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2008 37,417 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2007 22,687 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2006 9,776 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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FX03 SPZ is a 2003 Suzuki Jimny in Silver with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 29 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.3%.

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 FX03 SPZ, 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 FX03 SPZ registered?

FX03 SPZ is a 2003 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 14 March 2003.

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