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HW03 KPT

2003 Suzuki Jimny

Black Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jul 2027
Tests27 (21 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

59,217 mi
Last recorded59,217 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2026
Typical for 2003 Suzuki Jimny57,891 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHW03 KPT
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

21 pass 6 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2026 59,217 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2025 58,622 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Pipe going to load sensing valve (1.1.11 (c))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Jul 2024 57,513 miles

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material brake pipes going to load sensing valve (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 14 Jul 2023 56,736 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All Brake pipes out of rear load valve corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 18 Jul 2022 55,743 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fuel cap sealing rubber cracked slightly

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside rear headrest assembly loose/broken inside seat

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 18 Jul 2022 55,743 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fuel cap sealing rubber cracked slightly

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside rear headrest assembly loose/broken inside seat

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Outer Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.6 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Jul 2021 54,854 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material From brake compensator to offside rear (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 22 Jul 2021 54,845 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Inner and Outer sill panel heavily corroded (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material From brake compensator to offside rear (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 29 Jul 2020 53,958 miles

Nearside Front Drop link has slight play

Pass 18 Jul 2019 52,832 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive rear differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Jul 2018 50,768 miles

Both rear exhaust rubber mountings perished

Pass 18 Jul 2017 49,023 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2016 47,539 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2015 45,951 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2014 44,907 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Jul 2014 44,907 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2013 43,583 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2012 38,258 miles

tow bar fog lamp faulty

Fail 17 Jan 2011 34,159 miles

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

Pass 17 Jan 2011 34,159 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2010 29,498 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2009 23,801 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2008 15,840 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 15 Jan 2008 15,840 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2007 15,240 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Aug 2007 15,240 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2006 11,357 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 KPT is a 2003 Suzuki Jimny in Black with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 KPT, 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 KPT registered?

HW03 KPT is a 2003 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 15 August 2003.

Is HW03 KPT safe to buy?

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