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GJ53 HBZ

2003 Suzuki Jimny

Black Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Feb 2014
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

68,246 mi
Last recorded68,246 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2013
Typical for 2003 Suzuki Jimny57,891 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ53 HBZ
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2013 68,246 miles

both rear tyres slightly perished

exhaust corroded but not leaking.

rear n/s bumber slight damage

Fail 20 Feb 2013 68,246 miles

Nearside Front Axle swivel joint has excessive play (2.5.A.3b)

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

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

both rear tyres slightly perished

exhaust corroded but not leaking.

rear n/s bumber slight damage

Pass 24 Feb 2012 65,025 miles

rear exhaust silencer corroded but not leaking

Fail 24 Feb 2012 65,025 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

rear exhaust silencer corroded but not leaking

Pass 25 Feb 2011 61,471 miles

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

Fail 24 Feb 2011 61,471 miles

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Pass 25 Feb 2010 58,018 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2009 54,117 miles

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

Pass 25 Feb 2008 48,722 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Feb 2007 44,709 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 30 Oct 2006 41,232 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2006 41,219 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

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 HBZ is a 2003 Suzuki Jimny in Black with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 GJ53 HBZ, 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 HBZ registered?

GJ53 HBZ is a 2003 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 11 September 2003.

Is GJ53 HBZ safe to buy?

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