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S23 SPF

2003 Suzuki Jimny

Black Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Jan 2027
Tests27 (22 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate81.5%

Mileage

76,602 mi
Last recorded76,602 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2026
Typical for 2003 Suzuki Jimny57,891 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS23 SPF
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

22 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 Jan 2026 76,602 miles

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Jan 2025 70,390 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 1 Feb 2024 63,827 miles

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

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

Fail 19 Dec 2023 63,826 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

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

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

surface corrosion throughout underside of vehicle

Pass 4 Jan 2023 63,816 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

surface corrosion throughout underside of vehicle

Fail 4 Jan 2023 63,816 miles

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

surface corrosion throughout underside of vehicle

Pass 11 Jan 2022 63,815 miles

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

rear exhaust corroded

surface corrosion throughout underside of vehicle

Pass 23 Dec 2020 63,813 miles

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

rear exhaust silencer corroded

surface corrosion throughout underside of vehicle

Pass 8 Jan 2020 63,811 miles

rear exhaust silencer corroded

surface corrosion throughout underside of vehicle

Pass 20 Dec 2018 63,811 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2017 63,737 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2016 63,642 miles

rear exhaust silencer corroded

Pass 21 Dec 2015 63,545 miles

rear exhaust corroded

Pass 6 Jan 2015 63,433 miles

n/s/r tyre cracking to sidewall

Pass 18 Dec 2013 63,290 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2012 63,138 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2012 63,138 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 20 Dec 2011 62,834 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2011 62,641 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2010 62,276 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2010 62,276 miles

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

Pass 3 Dec 2008 58,672 miles

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

Pass 7 Aug 2007 55,688 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2007 55,652 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2007 54,957 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2006 47,266 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2006 47,266 miles

Front Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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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S23 SPF is a 2003 Suzuki Jimny in Black with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.5%.

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 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 S23 SPF, 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 S23 SPF registered?

S23 SPF is a 2003 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 1 March 2003.

Is S23 SPF safe to buy?

The MOT history for S23 SPF shows 27 tests with a 81.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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