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GJ53 ODL

2003 Suzuki Jimny

Black Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jun 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

31,490 mi
Last recorded31,490 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2025
Typical for 2003 Suzuki Jimny57,891 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2025 31,490 miles
Pass 13 May 2024 31,345 miles

Central Rear exhaust box corroded

Pass 30 Nov 2022 31,179 miles

Central Rear Fuel hose deteriorated (6.1.3 (c) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 8 Oct 2021 30,625 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2021 30,625 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Fail 16 Aug 2021 30,560 miles

Nearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

All suspension components corroded but not seriously weakened

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All visible pipes (1.1.11 (c))

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

Rear silencer skin corroded

Pass 19 Aug 2020 30,097 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2019 29,149 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2018 28,121 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2017 26,875 miles

Nearside Rear tyre valve perishing

Pass 24 Mar 2016 25,372 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2015 23,533 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2014 20,969 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2013 18,741 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

Pass 27 Mar 2013 18,741 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2012 17,033 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 29 Mar 2011 15,954 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2010 14,584 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2009 13,104 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2008 11,135 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Front brake pads low

Pass 21 Feb 2007 9,393 miles

Front brake pads look low

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 ODL is a 2003 Suzuki Jimny in Black with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 ODL, 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.

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What year was GJ53 ODL registered?

GJ53 ODL is a 2003 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 4 September 2003.

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