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SO03 VNJ

2003 Suzuki Jimny

Blue Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Aug 2023
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

62,798 mi
Last recorded62,798 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2022
Typical for 2003 Suzuki Jimny57,891 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSO03 VNJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 Aug 2022 62,798 miles

Nearside Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 29 Sep 2021 60,127 miles

underside of vehicle rusty

Pass 13 Nov 2020 58,343 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced all lower body very corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Offside Front brake has slight bind

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all rear suspension (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced all chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 9 Nov 2020 58,311 miles

Nearside Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting inner sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting out rigger (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting inner sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced all lower body very corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Offside Front brake has slight bind

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all rear suspension (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced all chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 13 May 2019 52,689 miles

Offside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Fail 8 May 2019 52,688 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

underside of vehicle corroded

Pass 31 Jan 2018 50,441 miles

Axle swivel joint has slight play Both front lower (2.5.A.3b)

Oil leak Sump ()

Rear chassis deteriorating

Fail 30 Jan 2018 50,435 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)

Power steering fluid level below minimum leak at steering box (2.3.1)

Rear Brake load sensing valve linkage defective and function impaired Return spring broken (3.6.E.3)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak Both rear (2.7.3)

Axle swivel joint has slight play Both front lower (2.5.A.3b)

Oil leak Sump ()

Rear chassis deteriorating

Pass 16 Jan 2017 46,328 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2016 41,090 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2015 35,770 miles

Nearside Front Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)

Fail 23 Jan 2015 35,711 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)

Pass 1 Feb 2014 33,546 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight movement at a suspension ball joint (2.5.A.1c)

Nearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

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

Pass 1 Feb 2013 30,671 miles

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

Fail 1 Feb 2013 30,671 miles

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

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

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Pass 2 Aug 2011 28,321 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2010 26,222 miles

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

Pass 4 Aug 2009 17,836 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2008 12,965 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2007 9,009 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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SO03 VNJ is a 2003 Suzuki Jimny in Blue with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 SO03 VNJ, 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 SO03 VNJ registered?

SO03 VNJ is a 2003 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 4 August 2003.

Is SO03 VNJ safe to buy?

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