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HJ53 PXF

2003 Suzuki Jimny

Blue Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Dec 2026
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

52,898 mi
Last recorded52,898 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2025
Typical for 2003 Suzuki Jimny57,891 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHJ53 PXF
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2025 52,898 miles

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test nearside and offside ()

Fail 27 Nov 2025 52,898 miles

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test nearside and offside ()

Pass 9 Dec 2024 51,819 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective split (3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test nearside and offside ()

Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Dec 2023 50,595 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Electrical wiring insecure battery terminals loose (4.11 (a) (i))

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test nearside and offside ()

Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Dec 2022 49,678 miles

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

Offside Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

rear exhaust deteriorating

Fail 8 Dec 2022 49,678 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

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

Offside Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

rear exhaust deteriorating

Pass 3 Mar 2016 41,918 miles

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

Fail 3 Mar 2016 41,918 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Feb 2015 40,518 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2014 38,477 miles

both rear seats not fitted at time of test, unable to fully inspect seat belts

rear exhaust outer skin deteriorated

Fail 4 Mar 2014 38,460 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

both rear seats not fitted at time of test, unable to fully inspect seat belts

rear exhaust outer skin deteriorated

offside rear tyre very badly cracked and perished

Pass 13 Feb 2013 37,505 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2011 36,522 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2010 31,952 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2010 31,262 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2009 29,474 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

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

Pass 28 Apr 2009 29,474 miles

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

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

Fail 2 May 2008 26,712 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 2 May 2008 26,712 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2007 19,391 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

all four tyres signs of perishing.o/s/f tyre tread low on outer edge.o/s/r tyre low on outer edge.

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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HJ53 PXF is a 2003 Suzuki Jimny in Blue with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 HJ53 PXF, 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

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What year was HJ53 PXF registered?

HJ53 PXF is a 2003 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 17 September 2003.

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