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NX53 OVJ

2003 Suzuki Jimny

Blue Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Oct 2024
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

102,975 mi
Last recorded102,975 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2024
Typical for 2003 Suzuki Jimny57,891 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNX53 OVJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Fail 24 Oct 2024 102,975 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting central (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting central (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Central Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Integral body structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))

Pass 12 Oct 2023 102,517 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2022 101,758 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2021 100,685 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2020 99,568 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2019 97,672 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2018 95,404 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2017 92,898 miles

both front tyres are cracking on side wall

Pass 28 Sep 2016 89,729 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2015 85,891 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2014 80,974 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2013 75,457 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2012 70,547 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2011 66,144 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2010 201,860 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2010 60,762 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose seriously damaged (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Offside Front suspension has excessive movement at a suspension ball joint (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 21 Sep 2009 53,264 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 23 Sep 2008 45,122 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2008 44,642 miles

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 18 Sep 2007 36,750 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2006 29,499 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2006 29,367 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

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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NX53 OVJ is a 2003 Suzuki Jimny in Blue with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 NX53 OVJ, 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 NX53 OVJ registered?

NX53 OVJ is a 2003 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 4 September 2003.

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