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SC03 XDN

2003 Suzuki Jimny

Red Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Oct 2022
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

70,065 mi
Last recorded70,065 miles
Recorded on25 Oct 2021
Typical for 2003 Suzuki Jimny57,891 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSC03 XDN
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Oct 2021 70,065 miles

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Nearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner wing (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Offside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner wing (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

offside rear bumper damaged

slight oil leak at nearside front hub

Pass 27 Aug 2020 68,421 miles

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

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Nearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner wing (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 16 Aug 2019 67,479 miles

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

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 18 Aug 2018 65,465 miles

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

some of underside cover with under seal

Pass 18 Aug 2017 62,863 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2016 61,584 miles

clutch slipping

covers on sills

oil contamination at front hubs

underseal on brake pipes

underside heavily undersealed

Fail 13 Oct 2016 61,580 miles

Emissions not tested idle speed too high (7.3.A.1)

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

Offside Front Axle beam has excessive vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam (2.5.A.1a)

Offside Front Axle swivel joint has excessive movement between a swivel joint and its housing (2.5.A.1b)

Offside Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

underside heavily undersealed

clutch slipping

covers on sills

engine management light on

oil contamination at front hubs

underseal on brake pipes

Pass 13 Aug 2014 45,503 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Front Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 19 Aug 2013 41,349 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2012 39,445 miles

engine management warning lamp indicates a system fault

Pass 22 Aug 2011 35,829 miles

front brake discs corroded and pitted on inner faces

front brake imbalance is close to the maximum permitted tolerance of 25%-(22%)

nail in tread section of offside rear tyre

Pass 30 Aug 2010 32,484 miles

engine management light indicates system fault

Pass 25 Aug 2009 32,100 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2009 32,100 miles

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

Front front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 11 Aug 2008 21,944 miles

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

Pass 28 Aug 2007 18,415 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2006 13,329 miles

slight play at o/s/f hub

Fail 24 Aug 2006 13,145 miles

Offside Front Steering component deformed and unserviceable (2.2.C.1d)

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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SC03 XDN is a 2003 Suzuki Jimny in Red with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 SC03 XDN, 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 SC03 XDN registered?

SC03 XDN is a 2003 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 30 June 2003.

Is SC03 XDN safe to buy?

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