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SO53 KLK

2003 Suzuki Jimny

Black Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Feb 2027
Tests26 (20 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

85,772 mi
Last recorded85,772 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2026
Typical for 2003 Suzuki Jimny57,891 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSO53 KLK
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

20 pass 6 fail
Pass 18 Feb 2026 85,772 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 2 Feb 2026 85,711 miles

Nearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Nearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Feb 2025 84,132 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Jan 2024 80,685 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2023 79,471 miles

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

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

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

Fail 6 Feb 2023 79,471 miles

Nearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle offside lower effort (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Stub axle has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam and seal is leaking (5.1.2 (c) (i))

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

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

Pass 31 Jan 2022 77,546 miles

Offside Front Stub axle has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam (5.1.2 (c) (i))

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

Rear seats removed prior to test.

Pass 3 Feb 2021 74,738 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (3mm) (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (3mm) (5.2.3 (e))

Rear seat cushions missing.

Pass 10 Feb 2020 72,439 miles

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front wheel slight play

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Mar 2019 69,880 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Mar 2018 66,719 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 29 Mar 2017 63,943 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Upper Brake pipe slightly corroded in front of tank thru clips; **Advise closer inspection** (3.6.B.2c)

Rear coil spring corroded Both (2.4.C.1b)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 7 Mar 2016 60,230 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front (3.5.1i)

rear silencer rusty

Pass 17 Mar 2015 54,276 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

damage to o/s lower corner of screen

Pass 31 Mar 2014 46,728 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2014 46,714 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Pass 13 Sep 2012 37,623 miles

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Fail 13 Sep 2012 37,623 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 23 Sep 2011 31,609 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2010 30,034 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2009 27,353 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2009 27,351 miles

registration plate obscured (6.3.1d)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 10 Nov 2008 24,547 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2007 20,891 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2007 20,891 miles

Nearside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 16 Nov 2006 16,682 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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SO53 KLK is a 2003 Suzuki Jimny in Black with a 1,328cc 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 SO53 KLK, 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 SO53 KLK registered?

SO53 KLK is a 2003 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 1 December 2003.

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