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HG53 NWH

2003 Suzuki Jimny

Red Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Nov 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

76,519 mi
Last recorded76,519 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2017
Typical for 2003 Suzuki Jimny57,891 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG53 NWH
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2017 76,519 miles

Exhaust heatshield clamp is corroded and broken

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit bald on outer edge (4.1.E.1)

Nearside washer jet is partially blocked

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

Reverse light is inoperative

Pass 7 Nov 2016 71,909 miles

front washers partially blocked

reverse lights inop

Fail 7 Nov 2016 71,909 miles

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

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

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

front washers partially blocked

reverse lights inop

Pass 30 Oct 2015 69,699 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2015 69,699 miles

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

Pass 7 Nov 2014 67,267 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Offside rear tyre is perished

Steering wheel has a loose cover on it

Pass 4 Nov 2013 63,651 miles

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

nearside rear tyre badly perished outer sidewall

offside rear tyre perished

rear exhaust box corroded

Pass 5 Nov 2012 59,979 miles

nearside rear tyre perished sidewall

offside front wiper blade slightly split

rear exhaust box corroded

Pass 31 Oct 2011 55,445 miles

Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

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

Nearside Rear Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

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

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

both front tyres cracking

both front wipers split but still clear screen

both rear tyres sides walls cracking

diff oil covering fuel tank

Pass 4 Nov 2010 49,671 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Oil leak

Pass 2 Nov 2009 44,400 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2009 44,400 miles

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

Pass 6 Nov 2008 38,506 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2007 33,139 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2006 25,750 miles

both front tyres heavly worn on outer edges

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 NWH is a 2003 Suzuki Jimny in Red with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 HG53 NWH, 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 NWH registered?

HG53 NWH is a 2003 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 30 September 2003.

Is HG53 NWH safe to buy?

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