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NU53 WFV

2003 Suzuki Jimny

Black Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Sep 2022
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

140,968 mi
Last recorded140,968 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2021
Typical for 2003 Suzuki Jimny57,891 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNU53 WFV
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2021 140,968 miles

all welding undersealed

Fail 2 Sep 2021 140,929 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wing x 2 (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced middle undersill holed (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength wing x 2 (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected chassis leg holed x 2 (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected chassis leg X 2 holed (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 3 Sep 2020 137,128 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis leg (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Sep 2019 130,671 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2018 126,214 miles

Rear inner wheel arches corroded

Pass 28 Aug 2017 120,945 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2017 120,908 miles

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded undersill (5.2.6)

Pass 16 Aug 2016 112,852 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2015 103,630 miles

Nearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Offside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Pass 19 Aug 2014 92,661 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2013 81,787 miles

n/s/f tyre sidewall

n/s/r tyre sidewall

Pass 22 Aug 2012 71,163 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2011 56,715 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2010 48,985 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 11 Aug 2009 35,344 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2009 35,344 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 23 Oct 2008 32,278 miles

Exhaust outer shell corroding at rear..

Pass 5 Oct 2007 25,521 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2006 18,029 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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NU53 WFV is a 2003 Suzuki Jimny in Black with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 NU53 WFV, 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.

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What year was NU53 WFV registered?

NU53 WFV is a 2003 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 29 September 2003.

Is NU53 WFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for NU53 WFV shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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