MOT Status
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48,890 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
car has been under-sealed
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))
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Nearside Rear TYRE SIDE WALL PERISHED
Offside Rear TYRE SIDE WALL PERISHED
Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
Nearside Rear tyre sidewall perished but no cord showing
Offside Rear tyres perished on outer sidewall but no cord showing
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
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)
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.
Top MOT Failure Points
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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
How do I check the history of SM53 VLC?
You can check the full history of SM53 VLC by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.
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.
Does SM53 VLC have outstanding finance?
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