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PN53 WZV

2003 Suzuki Jimny

Black Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Nov 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

74,537 mi
Last recorded74,537 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2025
Typical for 2003 Suzuki Jimny57,891 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPN53 WZV
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2025 74,537 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2024 82,822 miles

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

Fuel Pipe/s corroded along chassis ()

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

Nearside Front swivel ball has slight grease leak

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

unable to inspect rear seatbelts

Pass 8 Nov 2023 70,508 miles

Front Service brake binding but not excessively o/s and n/s advise repair (1.2.1 (f))

Front o/s and n/s hub seals slight leak off oil

Fail 8 Nov 2023 70,508 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

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

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Front Service brake binding but not excessively o/s and n/s advise repair (1.2.1 (f))

Front o/s and n/s hub seals slight leak off oil

Pass 14 Nov 2022 67,648 miles

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

Pass 10 Nov 2021 65,398 miles

Leaf spring modified but not seriously weakened WAX OIL GREASE DENSO GREASE TAPE WRAPPED AROUND PROTECT SPRINGS (5.3.1 (d) (i))

Fail 10 Nov 2021 65,398 miles

Leaf spring modified but not seriously weakened WAX OIL GREASE DENSO GREASE TAPE WRAPPED AROUND PROTECT SPRINGS (5.3.1 (d) (i))

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

Pass 16 Nov 2020 63,030 miles

front axle pipes heavily corroded

Fail 13 Nov 2020 63,021 miles

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

front axle pipes heavily corroded

Pass 8 Nov 2019 60,841 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2018 58,493 miles

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

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced body out riggers (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

wax oil needed

Pass 25 Oct 2017 55,069 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 14 Nov 2016 52,706 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2016 52,700 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2014 48,765 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

all front metal oil breather pipes ,slight corrosion

rear o/s upper fuel pipe slight corrosion at retaining clip area

Pass 11 Mar 2013 45,348 miles

Dip stick damaged, oil level ok

Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 14 Mar 2012 43,263 miles

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

Pass 14 Mar 2011 38,805 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 9 Mar 2010 31,853 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2009 31,611 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2007 28,867 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2006 24,584 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2006 21,893 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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PN53 WZV is a 2003 Suzuki Jimny in Black with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 PN53 WZV, 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 PN53 WZV registered?

PN53 WZV is a 2003 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 3 September 2003.

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