CarVerify

Free Car Check

NY03 YBK

2003 Suzuki Jimny

Silver Petrol 1328cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jul 2025
Tests29 (19 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate65.5%

Mileage

95,432 mi
Last recorded95,432 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2024
Typical for 2003 Suzuki Jimny57,891 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Suzuki
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationNY03 YBK
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

19 pass 10 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2024 95,432 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear seats folded

Reversing lamp inoperative.

Fail 9 Jul 2024 95,430 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear seats folded

Reversing lamp inoperative.

Pass 1 Jun 2023 91,712 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All front and rear (1.1.11 (c))

Coil spring corroded All four (5.3.1 (b) (i))

During brake decel test vehicle slightly pulled/swerved to the nearside

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both front (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside front swivel joint slight play and very slightly damp

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Offside and nearside rear inner wheel arches/inner flitches (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Underside of vehicle has surface corrosion in places and on all suspension components

Windscreen wiper blade defective Both front (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Nov 2021 89,976 miles

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

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

Fail 28 Oct 2021 89,968 miles

Emissions not tested due to exhaust leak (8.2.1.2 (d))

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Seat belt damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

Steering box leaking to the extent that oil is dripping (2.1.1 (e) (ii))

Pass 23 Oct 2020 88,057 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2020 88,057 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

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

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

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

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all suspension arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced entire chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 23 Jul 2020 88,027 miles

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

Offside Front Seat belt slightly damaged fraying (7.1.2 (b) (i))

fuel pipes covered in grease corroded

o/s+n/s inner sills corroded

Fail 21 Jul 2020 88,027 miles

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

Nearside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers damaged to the extent that it does not function no damping (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers damaged to the extent that it does not function no damping (5.3.2 (b))

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

Nearside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Seat belt slightly damaged fraying (7.1.2 (b) (i))

fuel pipes covered in grease corroded

o/s+n/s inner sills corroded

Pass 23 Jul 2019 86,780 miles

Offside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Aug 2018 82,839 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2018 82,839 miles

Nearside Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Position lamp not working New bulb fitted during test. (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 13 Jul 2017 77,825 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2017 77,825 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 4 Aug 2016 73,581 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2016 73,577 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported centre exhaust mounting sheared off (7.1.1)

Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc offside swivel gaiter burst (oil escaping) (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Body has a projection caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Offside Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)

Pass 26 Jun 2015 69,316 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2014 64,577 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2014 64,577 miles

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

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 12 Jul 2013 60,460 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2012 56,508 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Fail 26 Jul 2012 56,508 miles

Centre Upper Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 28 Jun 2011 52,277 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2010 48,652 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2009 45,294 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2008 42,124 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2008 42,124 miles

Front Lower Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Lower Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 16 Jul 2007 38,623 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2006 32,229 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
Full Suzuki Jimny reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

NY03 YBK is a 2003 Suzuki Jimny in Silver with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 29 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 NY03 YBK, 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

How do I check the history of NY03 YBK?

You can check the full history of NY03 YBK by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was NY03 YBK registered?

NY03 YBK is a 2003 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 17 July 2003.

Is NY03 YBK safe to buy?

The MOT history for NY03 YBK shows 29 tests with a 65.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does NY03 YBK have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on NY03 YBK. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.