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HG53 LGL

2003 Suzuki Jimny

Black Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Aug 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

25,977 mi
Last recorded25,977 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2007
Typical for 2003 Suzuki Jimny57,891 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG53 LGL
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2007 25,977 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2007 25,977 miles

Nearside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 13 Sep 2006 21,320 miles

Oil leak

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

outer shoulders worn on both front tyres

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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HG53 LGL is a 2003 Suzuki Jimny in Black with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 HG53 LGL, 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 HG53 LGL registered?

HG53 LGL is a 2003 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 27 September 2003.

Is HG53 LGL safe to buy?

The MOT history for HG53 LGL shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does HG53 LGL have outstanding finance?

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