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GK53 LVY

2003 Suzuki Jimny

Red Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Nov 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

42,690 mi
Last recorded42,690 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2025
Typical for 2003 Suzuki Jimny57,891 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK53 LVY
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Nov 2025 42,690 miles

Nearside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play tractor joint (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Nov 2024 39,983 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2024 37,049 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2023 32,704 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2022 29,011 miles

Breather pipes corroded

Pass 4 Mar 2021 25,689 miles
Pass 20 May 2020 23,158 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2019 22,991 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2019 22,991 miles

Offside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

Pass 10 Apr 2018 22,290 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2017 21,337 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2016 20,412 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2015 19,008 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2014 18,030 miles

both front and both rear tyres perished

corrosion to inner sills

Pass 4 Apr 2013 17,382 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

both front and both rear tyres perished

Pass 20 Apr 2012 16,953 miles

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

all four tyre's pershing

Pass 12 Apr 2011 16,912 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 28 Apr 2010 16,142 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside front brake disc slightly warped

Pass 15 May 2009 15,607 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

all four tyres cracking

front brake pads getting low

Pass 5 Jun 2008 14,292 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2007 14,065 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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GK53 LVY is a 2003 Suzuki Jimny in Red with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 GK53 LVY, 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 GK53 LVY registered?

GK53 LVY is a 2003 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 15 December 2003.

Is GK53 LVY safe to buy?

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