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SK53 VHV

2003 Suzuki Jimny

Black Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Jul 2027
Tests26 (20 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

85,699 mi
Last recorded85,699 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2026
Typical for 2003 Suzuki Jimny57,891 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSK53 VHV
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

20 pass 6 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2026 85,699 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Boot floor above chassis rail, near body mount. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 26 Jun 2025 83,408 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Jun 2024 81,798 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Jul 2023 80,354 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 29 Jun 2023 80,284 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Jul 2022 78,695 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Fail 4 Jul 2022 78,695 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (4.1.2 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 5 Jul 2021 77,044 miles

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

Nearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Nearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Offside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 7 Jul 2020 76,210 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Apr 2019 75,135 miles

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

Front Valve stem slightly misaligned (5.2.3 (j))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Apr 2018 73,865 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2018 73,826 miles

Driver's airbag obviously defective (5.4.1)

Oil leak

Pass 20 Apr 2017 73,048 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Offside Rear rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 7 Apr 2016 72,217 miles

Nearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Fail 7 Apr 2016 72,205 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

Nearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Pass 24 Apr 2015 70,465 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2014 68,969 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2013 66,650 miles

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Fail 24 Apr 2013 66,650 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 27 Mar 2012 56,602 miles

engine management lamp illuminated

nsf hub swivel joint leaking oil

pipes for oil / pressure across front axle corroded

Pass 27 Apr 2011 49,941 miles

MIL light on

Pass 22 Mar 2010 40,366 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2009 31,162 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2007 27,371 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2006 23,176 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2006 23,176 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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 VHV is a 2003 Suzuki Jimny in Black with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 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 VHV, 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 VHV registered?

SK53 VHV is a 2003 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 9 September 2003.

Is SK53 VHV safe to buy?

The MOT history for SK53 VHV shows 26 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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