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GJ53 DYU

2003 Suzuki Jimny

Silver Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Feb 2027
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

64,677 mi
Last recorded64,677 miles
Recorded on10 Feb 2026
Typical for 2003 Suzuki Jimny57,891 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ53 DYU
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Feb 2026 64,677 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2025 63,403 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2024 62,532 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2023 61,512 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2022 60,325 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2021 59,185 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp Both (4.2.3 (c))

Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp both (4.2.3 (c))

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

Fail 20 Feb 2021 59,185 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp Both (4.2.3 (c))

Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp both (4.2.3 (c))

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

Pass 21 Feb 2020 58,055 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

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

engine oil leaks

Fail 21 Feb 2020 58,055 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

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

engine oil leaks

Pass 22 Feb 2019 56,811 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2018 55,755 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2017 54,716 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2016 53,394 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2015 51,429 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2014 49,216 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2014 49,216 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 15 Feb 2013 46,036 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2012 43,722 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2011 40,770 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2010 38,166 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn linkage (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn linkage (2.7.4)

Pass 24 Sep 2008 32,803 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2007 28,957 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2006 20,199 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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GJ53 DYU is a 2003 Suzuki Jimny in Silver with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 GJ53 DYU, 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 GJ53 DYU registered?

GJ53 DYU is a 2003 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 26 September 2003.

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