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HS03 JWJ

2003 Suzuki Jimny

Blue Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 May 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

Typical for 2003 Suzuki Jimny57,891 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHS03 JWJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 May 2026

Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy both sides (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Fail 11 May 2026

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy both sides (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 15 May 2025

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

Vehicle sat for long period

Fail 14 May 2025

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Offside and nearside (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

Vehicle sat for long period

Pass 1 Mar 2019 68,126 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2017 67,077 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2016 66,372 miles

Fuel pipe slightly damaged corroded (7.2.2)

Oil leak engine ()

Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing nearside and offside (2.7.2a)

Rear wheel bearing has slight play both (2.6.2)

engine light on

nearside and offside rear tyres starting to perish in tread

surface rust to under body

Fail 28 Nov 2016 66,372 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Fuel pipe slightly damaged corroded (7.2.2)

Oil leak engine ()

Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing nearside and offside (2.7.2a)

Rear wheel bearing has slight play both (2.6.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid nearside and offside (8.2.3)

engine light on

nearside and offside rear tyres starting to perish in tread

surface rust to under body

Pass 1 Dec 2015 62,628 miles

fuel pipes rusty

Pass 24 Nov 2014 61,234 miles

both rear tyres starting to perish on outer tread

front to rear fuel pipes rusty

Pass 22 Nov 2013 58,090 miles

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 15 Nov 2012 55,004 miles

rear exhaust box deterirating

Pass 25 Nov 2011 50,472 miles

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

nearside and offside front tyres wearing on outer tread and starting to pearish on outer wall

Pass 28 Oct 2010 46,341 miles

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

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

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)

nearside front tyre starting to wear on outter tread

Pass 4 Nov 2009 42,509 miles

Oil leak

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

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

n/s/f tyre worn on outer edge

rear end corrosion

Pass 5 Dec 2008 38,115 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2008 38,115 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 12 Jul 2007 30,618 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2006 27,289 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
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HS03 JWJ is a 2003 Suzuki Jimny in Blue with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 HS03 JWJ, 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 HS03 JWJ registered?

HS03 JWJ is a 2003 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 30 July 2003.

Is HS03 JWJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for HS03 JWJ shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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