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GU53 OTF

2003 Suzuki Jimny

Blue Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Oct 2020
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

90,518 mi
Last recorded90,518 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2020
Typical for 2003 Suzuki Jimny57,891 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU53 OTF
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Fail 5 Nov 2020 90,518 miles

Nearside Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sill holed front to rear (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Outer Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outer sill holed (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sill holed front to rear (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outer sill holed (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced rear quarter panel holed (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fuel Pipe/s corroded both fuel pipes front to rear corroded ()

Pass 10 Oct 2019 90,416 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Casing badly rusted. (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Casing badly rusted. (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Sep 2018 90,012 miles

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

Pass 10 Oct 2017 88,855 miles

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

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

Fail 10 Oct 2017 88,855 miles

Brake load sensing valve seized (3.6.E.3)

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

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

Pass 15 Oct 2016 88,327 miles

Fuel pipes corroded

Pass 9 Oct 2015 82,996 miles

Fuel pipe slightly damaged corroded (7.2.2)

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

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

Pass 14 Oct 2014 78,806 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

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

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

Fail 13 Oct 2014 78,804 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Fuel pipe/s corroded

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

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

Pass 15 Oct 2013 75,235 miles

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

n/s/f tyre splitting

n/s/f tyre worn smooth on inside edge

o/s/f tyre worn smooth on inside edge

Pass 28 Aug 2012 70,310 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2012 70,310 miles

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

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

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 21 Sep 2011 62,413 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2010 56,831 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2010 56,831 miles

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

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 9 Oct 2009 47,368 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2008 37,678 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2008 37,678 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 12 Sep 2007 28,846 miles

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

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 9 Sep 2006 17,131 miles

Spare tyre defective

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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GU53 OTF is a 2003 Suzuki Jimny in Blue with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 GU53 OTF, 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 GU53 OTF registered?

GU53 OTF is a 2003 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 3 September 2003.

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