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SA03 UCR

2003 Suzuki Jimny

Black Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Nov 2018
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

99,237 mi
Last recorded99,237 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2017
Typical for 2003 Suzuki Jimny57,891 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSA03 UCR
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2017 99,237 miles

Brake modified but not seriously weakened (3.6.A.3)

Front drive shaft coupling is slightly worn both fronts (2.5.C.1c)

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. foot & parking brake (3.7.B.5b)

engine light on dash

Fail 4 Nov 2017 99,237 miles

Brake modified but not seriously weakened (3.6.A.3)

Front drive shaft coupling is slightly worn both fronts (2.5.C.1c)

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. foot & parking brake (3.7.B.5b)

engine light on dash

registration plate obscured remove tow ball (6.3.1d)

Fail 25 Sep 2017 97,959 miles

Nearside Front Steering pivot point has excessive play swivel joint/ housing (2.2.B.1g)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Offside Front Steering pivot point has excessive play swivel joint/ housing (2.2.B.1g)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

All wheels- Wheel nuts different types

Engine management light on indicating fault

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 13 Oct 2016 85,307 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2015 78,841 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2014 70,790 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2013 40,320 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2012 48,960 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)

Fail 25 May 2011 45,158 miles

Centre Rear Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1)

Nearside Inner Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

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

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

Rear Exhaust has a part missing (7.1.1a)

all 4 tyres cracking in tread

fuel pipe rusty

Pass 25 May 2011 45,158 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

all 4 tyres cracking in tread

fuel pipe rusty

Fail 24 May 2011 45,158 miles

Offside Inner Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

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

Rear Exhaust has a part missing (7.1.1a)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1a)

Centre Rear Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

all 4 tyres cracking in tread

fuel pipe rusty

Fail 25 May 2010 38,574 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

slight bind on nearside front brake

Pass 25 May 2010 38,574 miles

slight bind on nearside front brake

Pass 22 May 2009 32,541 miles
Pass 23 May 2008 27,437 miles
Pass 12 May 2007 20,453 miles
Pass 27 May 2006 12,507 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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SA03 UCR is a 2003 Suzuki Jimny in Black with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 SA03 UCR, 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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What year was SA03 UCR registered?

SA03 UCR is a 2003 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 7 April 2003.

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