CarVerify

Free Car Check

HJ03 VLS

2003 Suzuki Jimny

Blue Petrol 1328cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2018
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

98,652 mi
Last recorded98,652 miles
Recorded on17 May 2017
Typical for 2003 Suzuki Jimny57,891 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Suzuki
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationHJ03 VLS
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 May 2017 98,652 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules all (3.6.B.4e)

Brake pipe slightly corroded all (3.6.B.2c)

centre stop light 50% out

Pass 24 May 2016 85,679 miles

Hand brake warning light on

Offside Rear tyre age cracked

front to rear brake pipes corroded

Pass 1 Jun 2015 83,518 miles

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

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

Pass 27 May 2014 78,278 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

brake light on on dash

Fail 27 May 2014 78,278 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

brake light on on dash

Pass 4 May 2013 74,143 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

handbrake light staying on

Pass 26 May 2012 70,863 miles

brake warning light on

Fail 18 May 2012 70,863 miles

Nearside Front Front drive shaft support bearing excessively worn (2.5.C.2c)

brake warning light on

Pass 5 May 2011 67,822 miles

brake warning light on

Fail 5 May 2011 67,822 miles

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

brake warning light on

Pass 26 Apr 2010 64,072 miles

rear seats folded down,unable to test rear seat belts

Pass 23 Apr 2009 60,198 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2008 57,366 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2008 57,366 miles

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

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

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

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 5 Mar 2007 53,054 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2006 47,995 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
Full Suzuki Jimny reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

HJ03 VLS is a 2003 Suzuki Jimny in Blue with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 HJ03 VLS, 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 HJ03 VLS?

You can check the full history of HJ03 VLS by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was HJ03 VLS registered?

HJ03 VLS is a 2003 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 1 March 2003.

Is HJ03 VLS safe to buy?

The MOT history for HJ03 VLS shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does HJ03 VLS have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on HJ03 VLS. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.