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GJ03 OWX

2003 Suzuki Jimny

Silver Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 May 2027
Tests25 (20 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

52,828 mi
Last recorded52,828 miles
Recorded on5 May 2026
Typical for 2003 Suzuki Jimny57,891 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ03 OWX
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

20 pass 5 fail
Pass 5 May 2026 52,828 miles

Offside Front Inner wheel arch

corrosion to underside of vehicle

Nearside Rear Inner sill corroded

Nearside Rear Inner wheel arch corroded

Offside Rear Inner sill corroded

Pass 10 May 2025 49,171 miles

corrosion to underside

Pass 3 May 2024 45,929 miles
Fail 2 May 2024 45,929 miles

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Central Exhaust mounting defective rubber mount perishing (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Feb 2022 45,530 miles

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

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

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

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

Offside Rear Fuel hose deteriorated Pipe. (6.1.3 (c) (ii))

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

Pass 18 Feb 2021 45,011 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2020 44,525 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2019 43,693 miles

Brake servo damaged but function not impaired (1.1.3 (e))

Nearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear fuel pipes rusty

underside very rusty

Fail 14 Feb 2019 43,686 miles

Nearside Front Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Outer Floor excessively deteriorated (6.2.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Outer Floor excessively deteriorated (6.2.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Body mounting fixings insecure such that stability is seriously impaired (6.2.2 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Body mounting fixings insecure such that stability is seriously impaired (6.2.2 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake servo damaged but function not impaired (1.1.3 (e))

Exhaust mounting defective center (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear fuel pipes rusty

exhaust rear box rusty

underside very rusty

Pass 20 Feb 2018 42,464 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Brake servo corroded but not excessively weakened (3.6.A.2b)

Central exhaust mounts broken

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Rear exhaust back box corroded

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 7 Feb 2017 41,212 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2016 39,616 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2016 39,616 miles

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

Pass 11 Feb 2015 37,339 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2014 34,699 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2013 32,669 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2012 30,727 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2011 27,500 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2011 27,500 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

Pass 17 Feb 2010 24,996 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2009 22,609 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2008 20,005 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2007 16,794 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Feb 2007 16,794 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2006 13,455 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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GJ03 OWX is a 2003 Suzuki Jimny in Silver with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 GJ03 OWX, 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 GJ03 OWX registered?

GJ03 OWX is a 2003 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 20 March 2003.

Is GJ03 OWX safe to buy?

The MOT history for GJ03 OWX shows 25 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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