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HY03 XCM

2003 Suzuki Jimny

Blue Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Mar 2027
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

49,407 mi
Last recorded49,407 miles
Recorded on14 Feb 2026
Typical for 2003 Suzuki Jimny57,891 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHY03 XCM
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Feb 2026 49,407 miles

Coil spring corroded all coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

various suspension corroded

Pass 19 Feb 2025 46,784 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2024 41,997 miles

Coil spring corroded all coil springs corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear exhaust back box outer skin corroded

Pass 21 Feb 2023 36,866 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2022 33,256 miles

Rear exhaust back box outer skin corroded

under body corrosions

Pass 25 Jan 2021 27,351 miles

EXHAUST OUTER SKIN CORRODED

Pass 5 Feb 2020 26,483 miles

unable to inspect rear seats

Fail 5 Feb 2020 26,483 miles

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

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

unable to inspect rear seats

Pass 5 Feb 2019 24,859 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2018 23,421 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2017 21,440 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2017 21,440 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 8 Aug 2016 13,085 miles

Rear Exhaust Silencer Deteriorated

Nearside Front Passenger Door Mirror Incomplete

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Fail 8 Aug 2016 13,085 miles

Nearside Front Passenger Door Mirror Incomplete

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

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

Rear Exhaust Silencer Deteriorated

Pass 28 Jul 2015 5,090 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2015 5,089 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

registration plate obscured (6.3.1d)

Pass 9 Mar 2015 4,798 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2014 4,501 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2013 4,009 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2012 3,371 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2011 3,022 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2010 2,804 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2009 2,537 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2008 2,284 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2006 1,774 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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HY03 XCM is a 2003 Suzuki Jimny in Blue with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84%.

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 HY03 XCM, 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 HY03 XCM registered?

HY03 XCM is a 2003 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 25 April 2003.

Is HY03 XCM safe to buy?

The MOT history for HY03 XCM shows 25 tests with a 84% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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