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GL53 WFX

2003 Suzuki Jimny

Black Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Oct 2024
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

82,113 mi
Last recorded82,113 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2024
Typical for 2003 Suzuki Jimny57,891 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL53 WFX
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Fail 15 Oct 2024 82,113 miles

Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak x 2 (8.2.1.1 (b))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded on axle (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded all 3 pipes going to and from brake compensator (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Brake pipe at imminent risk of failure or fracture front to rear (1.1.11 (a)) DANGEROUS

Offside Brake pipe at imminent risk of failure or fracture front to rear (1.1.11 (a)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fuel pipes corroded

Pass 27 Oct 2023 75,782 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Rear silencer (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 19 Oct 2023 75,782 miles

Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sills rusty/holed and body around rear body mounting rusty/holed (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Rear silencer (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 28 Jan 2023 72,961 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2022 68,264 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2021 63,341 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2020 58,711 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2019 54,114 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2018 49,131 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 28 Jan 2017 44,492 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Jan 2016 40,356 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2015 36,564 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2014 32,459 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2013 29,636 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2012 112,303 miles

Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

exhaust system slightly deteriorated

Pass 6 Jun 2011 107,191 miles

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

Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Fail 6 Jun 2011 107,191 miles

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

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

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

Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Pass 7 Jun 2010 16,375 miles

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

Pass 21 Apr 2009 13,154 miles

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

Pass 31 Mar 2008 10,603 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2007 8,082 miles

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

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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GL53 WFX is a 2003 Suzuki Jimny in Black with a 1,298cc 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 GL53 WFX, 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 GL53 WFX registered?

GL53 WFX is a 2003 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 20 December 2003.

Is GL53 WFX safe to buy?

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