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SH03 SVP

2003 Suzuki Jimny

Red Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Sep 2020
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

112,159 mi
Last recorded112,159 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2019
Typical for 2003 Suzuki Jimny57,891 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSH03 SVP
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2019 112,159 miles

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

Fail 11 Sep 2019 112,157 miles

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 23 Aug 2018 106,522 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 12 Sep 2017 103,621 miles

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

Fail 11 Sep 2017 103,621 miles

Brake pipe leaking front to rear (3.6.A.1)

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

Pass 21 Jul 2016 100,273 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 13 Aug 2015 98,674 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

all brake pipes covered with grease

Pass 20 Aug 2014 96,186 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2013 85,946 miles

Oil leak

heatshield on rear exhaust silencer loose and rattling

offside rear tyre at 3mm(1.4mm of useable tread left)

nearside rear tyre at 2-3mm across central 3/4 of tread area

offside front tyre worn(at 2mm)and perished

Fail 20 Aug 2013 85,946 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

heatshield on rear exhaust silencer loose and rattling

offside rear tyre at 3mm(1.4mm of useable tread left)

nearside rear tyre at 2-3mm across central 3/4 of tread area

offside front tyre worn(at 2mm)and perished

Pass 10 Jul 2012 72,257 miles

front to rear fuel line corroded

Pass 9 Jul 2011 58,676 miles

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

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

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

Oil leak

Fail 8 Jul 2011 58,675 miles

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

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

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

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

Oil leak

Pass 31 May 2010 49,905 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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

Pass 21 May 2009 42,910 miles

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

Nearside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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

Offside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Fail 21 May 2009 42,910 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 27 May 2008 37,810 miles

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)

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

Pass 29 May 2007 32,325 miles
Pass 26 May 2006 25,867 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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SH03 SVP is a 2003 Suzuki Jimny in Red with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 SH03 SVP, 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 SH03 SVP registered?

SH03 SVP is a 2003 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 28 May 2003.

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