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GF53 DVZ

2003 Suzuki Jimny

Black Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Apr 2015
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

106,021 mi
Last recorded106,021 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2014
Typical for 2003 Suzuki Jimny57,891 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF53 DVZ
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2014 106,021 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2014 104,590 miles

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

Nearside Rear brake drum contaminated by oil (3.5.1h)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

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

o/s front hub has significant oil leak

Pass 19 Oct 2012 62,768 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2011 61,518 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2011 61,518 miles

Nearside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 26 Oct 2010 58,748 miles

wet conditions

windscreen crack just outside a zone

Pass 21 Oct 2009 52,470 miles

exhaust system corroded

n/s headlight aim on lower limit

rear brake inbalance 23%

rear diff noisy

Pass 14 Nov 2008 46,006 miles

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

Fail 14 Nov 2008 46,006 miles

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 24 Sep 2007 36,981 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 4 Oct 2006 25,493 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (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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GF53 DVZ is a 2003 Suzuki Jimny in Black with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 GF53 DVZ, 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

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What year was GF53 DVZ registered?

GF53 DVZ is a 2003 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 29 September 2003.

Is GF53 DVZ safe to buy?

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