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SH03 ZKU

2003 Suzuki Jimny

Silver Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Dec 2022
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

78,755 mi
Last recorded78,755 miles
Recorded on10 Dec 2021
Typical for 2003 Suzuki Jimny57,891 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSH03 ZKU
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 10 Dec 2021 78,755 miles

All under body heavily under sealed

Pass 9 Oct 2020 72,028 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2019 67,876 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported across axle (1.1.11 (d) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear recommend changing pipe as other pipe burst in same bracket so difficult to inspect (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Suspension rod modified but not seriously weakened tie arm (5.3.3 (c) (i))

welding repairs undersealed

Fail 18 Mar 2019 67,876 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system to rear (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported across axle (1.1.11 (d) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear recommend changing pipe as other pipe burst in same bracket so difficult to inspect (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Suspension rod modified but not seriously weakened tie arm (5.3.3 (c) (i))

welding repairs undersealed

Pass 19 Mar 2018 66,672 miles

Nearside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Oil leak hub seal,sligth leak ()

Fail 16 Mar 2018 66,669 miles

Offside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings out rigger (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Oil leak hub seal,sligth leak ()

Pass 23 Mar 2017 65,187 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

both front drive shaft seal hubs leaking

exhust in poor state of repair

Pass 18 Mar 2016 63,566 miles

Centre Upper Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' chip/crack (8.3.1d)

both front hub seals leaking

Fail 17 Mar 2016 63,558 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Centre Upper Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' chip/crack (8.3.1d)

both front hub seals leaking

Pass 23 Mar 2015 60,571 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2014 58,689 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2013 56,677 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

offside horn control faulty

Pass 6 Apr 2012 54,900 miles

ADVISE ONLY ONE HORN PUSH WORKING

Fail 29 Mar 2012 54,852 miles

Offside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

ADVISE ONLY ONE HORN PUSH WORKING

Pass 7 Apr 2011 52,612 miles

NEARSIDE FRONT TYRE WEARING ON OUTER EDGE

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)

Pass 2 Nov 2009 49,555 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 5 Mar 2009 45,321 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2008 41,952 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2008 38,098 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2008 38,098 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 30 Mar 2007 30,872 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2007 30,872 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Pass 22 Mar 2006 23,621 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 ZKU is a 2003 Suzuki Jimny in Silver with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

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 ZKU, 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 SH03 ZKU registered?

SH03 ZKU is a 2003 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 9 May 2003.

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The MOT history for SH03 ZKU shows 23 tests with a 73.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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