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HG03 OAE

2003 Suzuki Jimny

Green Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Nov 2026
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

76,222 mi
Last recorded76,222 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2025
Typical for 2003 Suzuki Jimny57,891 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG03 OAE
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Nov 2025 76,222 miles

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

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 5 Nov 2024 68,951 miles

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Fail 4 Nov 2024 68,945 miles

Central Exhaust system insecure x2 mountings corroded off (6.1.2 (a))

Front Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Pass 23 Nov 2023 64,875 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 22 Nov 2023 64,869 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner sill area (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 24 Nov 2022 60,441 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2021 55,652 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2020 50,879 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2018 46,750 miles

Nearside Rear tyre perished

Fail 4 Apr 2018 46,750 miles

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

Nearside Rear tyre perished

Offside Front tyre perished

Pass 22 Mar 2017 45,694 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front tyre perished

Nearside Rear tyre perished

sill covers fitted

Pass 30 Mar 2016 45,217 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2015 44,068 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2014 43,087 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2013 41,840 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2012 40,280 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2010 37,299 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2010 34,289 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2009 30,280 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2008 26,357 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2007 23,163 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2006 18,560 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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HG03 OAE is a 2003 Suzuki Jimny in Green with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 HG03 OAE, 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 HG03 OAE registered?

HG03 OAE is a 2003 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 28 April 2003.

Is HG03 OAE safe to buy?

The MOT history for HG03 OAE shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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