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SK53 UST

2003 Suzuki Jimny

Black Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Feb 2024
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

92,938 mi
Last recorded92,938 miles
Recorded on7 Feb 2023
Typical for 2003 Suzuki Jimny57,891 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSK53 UST
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Feb 2023 92,938 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

all underside has been treated

Pass 2 Feb 2022 92,004 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Underside corroded in places

Fail 25 Jan 2022 92,004 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Rear section (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment Front (2.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Underside corroded in places

Pass 13 Jan 2020
Pass 26 Jan 2018 84,798 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Under body has slight corrosion

Pass 21 Jan 2017 80,294 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2017 80,292 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 6 Jul 2015 78,744 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Pass 12 Aug 2014 75,866 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

brake lines slightly corroded

Pass 29 Aug 2013 69,743 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2013 69,739 miles

Horn emits two or more alternating tones (1.6.2d)

Pass 6 Nov 2012 63,027 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2011 51,307 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2010 41,359 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2009 35,340 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2008 31,541 miles

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

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 6 Sep 2007 27,625 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2006 23,524 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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SK53 UST is a 2003 Suzuki Jimny in Black 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 SK53 UST, 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 SK53 UST registered?

SK53 UST is a 2003 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 8 September 2003.

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