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SB03 TPF

2003 Suzuki Jimny

Green Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Feb 2025
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

42,959 mi
Last recorded42,959 miles
Recorded on5 Feb 2024
Typical for 2003 Suzuki Jimny57,891 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSB03 TPF
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Feb 2024 42,959 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2022 42,347 miles

Offside sill slightly corroded

Pass 23 Jan 2021 39,258 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2018 39,199 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2018 39,186 miles

Emissions not tested due to exhaust snapped at centre (8.2.1.2 (d))

Front Suspension rod likely to fail panhard rod severly bent (5.3.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 13 Apr 2017 38,508 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2009 37,685 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2008 34,825 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2007 30,768 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2006 25,256 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2006 25,245 miles

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

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

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

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

both front hub assemblies rear seals leaking

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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SB03 TPF is a 2003 Suzuki Jimny in Green with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 SB03 TPF, 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 SB03 TPF registered?

SB03 TPF is a 2003 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 20 June 2003.

Is SB03 TPF safe to buy?

The MOT history for SB03 TPF shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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