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HW03 GCV

2003 Suzuki Jimny

Red Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Dec 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

46,268 mi
Last recorded46,268 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2025
Typical for 2003 Suzuki Jimny57,891 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHW03 GCV
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Dec 2025 46,268 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2024 45,828 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to brake compensator to brake hoses (1.1.11 (c))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 20 Dec 2023 44,366 miles
Pass 16 May 2022 42,179 miles

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Pass 11 May 2021 40,919 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2020 40,305 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2019 38,860 miles

Rear Exhaust box very corroded

Pass 4 Apr 2018 37,365 miles

Central Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases down pipe leaking (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit very perished on 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit very perished on 5mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 16 Mar 2017 35,724 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2016 34,477 miles

exhaust hangers corroded

front tyres perished

Pass 12 Mar 2015 30,750 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2015 30,750 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 10 Apr 2013 24,812 miles

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

Pass 30 Nov 2011 22,503 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2010 18,506 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2009 17,624 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2008 16,214 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2007 13,551 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 29 Mar 2006 12,156 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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HW03 GCV is a 2003 Suzuki Jimny in Red with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 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 HW03 GCV, 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 HW03 GCV registered?

HW03 GCV is a 2003 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 26 March 2003.

Is HW03 GCV safe to buy?

The MOT history for HW03 GCV shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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