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S17 PJH

2003 Suzuki Jimny

Blue Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Dec 2026
Tests26 (20 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

78,177 mi
Last recorded78,177 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2025
Typical for 2003 Suzuki Jimny57,891 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS17 PJH
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

20 pass 6 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2025 78,177 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 2 Dec 2024 77,745 miles

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

Pass 21 Sep 2023 76,911 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2022 75,406 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2021 74,535 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Sep 2020 71,815 miles

rear exhaust deteriorated and tailpipe missing

Pass 15 Oct 2019 69,585 miles

rear exhaust deteriorated

Fail 15 Oct 2019 69,585 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

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

rear exhaust deteriorated

Pass 9 Oct 2018 69,515 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Fail 9 Oct 2018 69,515 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 30 Oct 2017 68,468 miles

Offside Rear tyre side walls perished

Fail 30 Oct 2017 68,468 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear tyre side walls perished

Pass 14 Nov 2016 67,099 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear tyre slightly perished

Rear coil springs slightly corroded

Rear shock absorber bushes slightly perished

Pass 15 Nov 2015 65,554 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2014 63,876 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 14 Nov 2013 60,434 miles

near side front tyre worn on outer edge

Pass 13 Nov 2012 55,883 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2011 52,491 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 7 Nov 2011 52,491 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 19 Nov 2010 49,058 miles

Brake servo corroded but not excessively weakened (3.6.A.2b)

Fail 18 Nov 2010 49,049 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (3.6.A.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

Brake servo corroded but not excessively weakened (3.6.A.2b)

Pass 6 Nov 2009 43,182 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2009 43,176 miles

Nearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 17 Nov 2008 37,890 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2007 31,944 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 15 Nov 2006 24,328 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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S17 PJH is a 2003 Suzuki Jimny in Blue 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 S17 PJH, 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 S17 PJH registered?

S17 PJH is a 2003 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 14 November 2003.

Is S17 PJH safe to buy?

The MOT history for S17 PJH shows 26 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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