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HG03 OEF

2003 Suzuki Jimny

Blue Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jun 2023
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

72,904 mi
Last recorded72,904 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2022
Typical for 2003 Suzuki Jimny57,891 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG03 OEF
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Jun 2022 72,904 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2021 69,052 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2020 68,571 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2020 68,571 miles

Central Prop shaft bearing housing fractured (6.1.7 (f) (i))

Pass 31 Oct 2019 66,965 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2019 66,953 miles

Fuel tank leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 28 Aug 2018 66,903 miles

offside and nearside sill sections corroded

Pass 18 Jul 2017 66,642 miles

slight corrosion offside and nearside sills

Pass 6 May 2016 65,669 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2016 65,589 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2014 64,433 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 14 Oct 2013 61,915 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2012 60,956 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2011 59,532 miles

Centre Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

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

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Pass 1 Jun 2010 51,715 miles

Nearside Rear 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 3 Jun 2009 44,644 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2008 37,750 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2008 37,750 miles

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

Pass 29 Dec 2006 28,156 miles

Centre Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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

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 OEF is a 2003 Suzuki Jimny in Blue with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 HG03 OEF, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of HG03 OEF?

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What year was HG03 OEF registered?

HG03 OEF is a 2003 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 15 April 2003.

Is HG03 OEF safe to buy?

The MOT history for HG03 OEF shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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