CarVerify

Free Car Check

SK03 UCY

2003 Suzuki Jimny

Black Petrol 1328cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Apr 2019
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

91,175 mi
Last recorded91,175 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2019
Typical for 2003 Suzuki Jimny57,891 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Suzuki
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationSK03 UCY
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Fail 22 Oct 2019 91,175 miles

Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced front body and o/s/r inner arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 6 Apr 2018 87,105 miles

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

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded across rear axle (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 10 Apr 2017 81,450 miles

Body has slight corrosion inner sills (6.1.B.2)

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

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded at load sensing valve (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 3 Apr 2017 81,360 miles

Offside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Body has slight corrosion inner sills (6.1.B.2)

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

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded at load sensing valve (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 10 May 2016 77,801 miles

all brake pipes covered in protective coating

Pass 11 May 2015 73,075 miles

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

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

all 4 tyres deteriorating/cracking

Fail 7 May 2015 73,023 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

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

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

all 4 tyres deteriorating/cracking

Fail 7 May 2014 68,782 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 7 May 2014 68,782 miles

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

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

Pass 9 May 2013 63,277 miles

front to rear fuel pipes corroded

Pass 10 Apr 2012 58,555 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2011 56,028 miles

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

Pass 14 Apr 2010 48,707 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2010 27,582 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2009 38,915 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2008 32,662 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2008 32,628 miles

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

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

exhaust corroded in centre

exhaust rear silencer corroded through outer skin

grease leaking from front axle joints

n/s door damaged

rear wiper torn

Pass 8 Mar 2007 27,790 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2007 27,781 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)

Pass 8 Mar 2006 20,737 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
Full Suzuki Jimny reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

SK03 UCY is a 2003 Suzuki Jimny in Black with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 SK03 UCY, 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

How do I check the history of SK03 UCY?

You can check the full history of SK03 UCY by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was SK03 UCY registered?

SK03 UCY is a 2003 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 4 March 2003.

Is SK03 UCY safe to buy?

The MOT history for SK03 UCY shows 20 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SK03 UCY have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on SK03 UCY. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.