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HG03 WLC

2003 Suzuki Jimny

Red Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Aug 2027
Tests26 (19 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate73.1%

Mileage

143,050 mi
Last recorded143,050 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2026
Typical for 2003 Suzuki Jimny57,891 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG03 WLC
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

19 pass 7 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2026 143,050 miles

boot floor and both rear inner wheel arches going rusty

Pass 1 Aug 2025 141,933 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2025 141,931 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting inner (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting inner (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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

Pass 1 Aug 2024 141,179 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2024 141,169 miles

Nearside Front Steering box leaking to the extent that oil is dripping drive joint (2.1.1 (e) (ii))

corrosion to sills and underside of vehicle

Pass 10 Jul 2023 136,575 miles

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

Pass 30 Jun 2022 134,151 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2021 129,168 miles

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

Offside Front brake pipes underside the vehicle corroded and pitted

Pass 16 Jul 2020 121,409 miles

Front brake discs slightly pitted

sill covers fitted, unable to inspect sills

Pass 11 Jul 2019 111,495 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2018 96,367 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2017 87,416 miles

Rear exhaust system detoriated

Pass 31 May 2016 85,695 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2015 83,754 miles
Pass 22 May 2014 81,276 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 22 Apr 2013 76,045 miles

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Fail 22 Apr 2013 76,045 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 23 Apr 2012 71,287 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 1 Jun 2009 67,942 miles

Rear exhaust box corroded

Fail 1 Jun 2009 67,942 miles

Rear exhaust box corroded

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 29 May 2008 61,487 miles
Fail 28 May 2008 61,486 miles

Offside Rear Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

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

rear wiper split

Pass 21 May 2007 56,574 miles
Fail 21 May 2007 56,574 miles

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

Pass 15 May 2006 46,272 miles
Fail 15 May 2006 46,272 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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 WLC is a 2003 Suzuki Jimny in Red with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.1%.

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 HG03 WLC, 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 WLC registered?

HG03 WLC is a 2003 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 20 May 2003.

Is HG03 WLC safe to buy?

The MOT history for HG03 WLC shows 26 tests with a 73.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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