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SM53 VLC

2003 Suzuki Jimny

Silver Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Feb 2027
Tests25 (20 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

48,890 mi
Last recorded48,890 miles
Recorded on10 Feb 2026
Typical for 2003 Suzuki Jimny57,891 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM53 VLC
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

20 pass 5 fail
Pass 10 Feb 2026 48,890 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2025 47,463 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2025 47,463 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 13 Feb 2024 44,123 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2023 39,965 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2022 37,471 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2021 33,894 miles

car has been under-sealed

Fail 27 Sep 2021 33,894 miles

Central Exhaust system insecure next to cat bracket broken (6.1.2 (a))

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both sides (3.4 (b) (ii))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced in various spots (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 12 Aug 2020 30,632 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 Aug 2019 30,431 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2018 29,850 miles

Nearside Rear TYRE SIDE WALL PERISHED

Offside Rear TYRE SIDE WALL PERISHED

Pass 5 Apr 2017 29,563 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2017 29,563 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 19 Mar 2016 29,113 miles

Nearside Rear tyre sidewall perished but no cord showing

Offside Rear tyres perished on outer sidewall but no cord showing

Fail 19 Mar 2016 29,113 miles

Nearside Rear tyre sidewall perished but no cord showing

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear tyres perished on outer sidewall but no cord showing

Pass 5 Mar 2015 28,271 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2014 27,653 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2013 27,071 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2012 26,469 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2011 25,909 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2010 25,041 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2010 25,041 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Axle swivel joint has excessive play in a swivel pin (2.5.A.3b)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Axle swivel joint has excessive play in a swivel pin (2.5.A.3b)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 25 Feb 2009 24,147 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2008 21,320 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2007 18,157 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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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SM53 VLC is a 2003 Suzuki Jimny in Silver with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 SM53 VLC, 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 SM53 VLC registered?

SM53 VLC is a 2003 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 5 November 2003.

Is SM53 VLC safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM53 VLC shows 25 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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