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PK53 FFT

2003 Suzuki Jimny

Black Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Apr 2026
Tests26 (20 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

104,994 mi
Last recorded104,994 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2025
Typical for 2003 Suzuki Jimny57,891 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPK53 FFT
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

20 pass 6 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2025 104,994 miles

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

Offside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 23 Apr 2024 104,278 miles

sideskirts fitted

Pass 14 Apr 2023 97,997 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2023 97,997 miles

Offside Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded across axle leaking (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Brake pipe leaking on an air braking system to compensator (1.1.11 (b) (i))

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

Pass 8 Aug 2022 95,487 miles

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

Coil spring corroded all 4 springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Fail 8 Aug 2022 95,487 miles

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

Coil spring corroded all 4 springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))

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

Offside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))

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

Pass 18 Aug 2021 84,429 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2021 84,428 miles

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

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Pass 12 Sep 2019 83,179 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2019 83,176 miles

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

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Fail 24 Aug 2019 83,176 miles

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

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Pass 23 Oct 2018 80,792 miles

Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 24 Oct 2017 77,315 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2016 73,476 miles

engine light on .

Pass 22 Oct 2015 70,054 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2014 66,022 miles

engine check light illuminated

Pass 24 Oct 2013 62,661 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2012 60,202 miles

brake pipe across rear axle starting to corrode

engine check light illuminated

front differential wader pipes corroding

Fail 18 Oct 2012 60,201 miles

Exhaust engine idle speed too high (7.3.D.1)

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

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

brake pipe across rear axle starting to corrode

engine check light illuminated

front differential wader pipes corroding

Pass 27 Oct 2011 54,766 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

N/S/R brake pipe slightly corroded

Pass 20 Oct 2010 47,277 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

both rear tyres perished

Pass 20 Oct 2009 37,176 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 29 Oct 2008 29,171 miles

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

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 29 Oct 2008 29,171 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 15 Oct 2007 23,372 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2006 17,978 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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PK53 FFT is a 2003 Suzuki Jimny in Black with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 PK53 FFT, 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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PK53 FFT is a 2003 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 22 October 2003.

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