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GF03 TZS

2003 Suzuki Jimny

Red Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Feb 2027
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

81,888 mi
Last recorded81,888 miles
Recorded on12 Jan 2026
Typical for 2003 Suzuki Jimny57,891 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF03 TZS
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Jan 2026 81,888 miles

Central Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases around cat exhaust blow needing attention soon (6.1.2 (a))

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective both blades have wear (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Jan 2025 81,643 miles

Front Outer both nearside and offside outer joints leaking diff oil

Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Fail 6 Jan 2025 81,637 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Inner Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened uneven pad wear (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Outer both nearside and offside outer joints leaking diff oil

Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Pass 8 Jan 2024 81,281 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2023 80,840 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2022 80,013 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2021 79,309 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2021 79,303 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Jan 2020 78,430 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2019 76,822 miles

Central Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 8 Jan 2018 75,295 miles

front brake pads low

Pass 4 Jan 2017 73,831 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2016 71,722 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2015 68,196 miles

slight play in offside front hub

Pass 3 Feb 2014 64,237 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2013 60,268 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2012 58,215 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2011 54,949 miles

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

Pass 20 Jan 2010 52,699 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2009 49,397 miles

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

rear washer jet not working

Pass 23 Jan 2008 45,812 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2007 42,230 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2006 35,091 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2006 35,091 miles

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

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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GF03 TZS is a 2003 Suzuki Jimny in Red with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 GF03 TZS, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of GF03 TZS?

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What year was GF03 TZS registered?

GF03 TZS is a 2003 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 21 May 2003.

Is GF03 TZS safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF03 TZS shows 24 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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