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SP53 OAV

2003 Suzuki Jimny

Green Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Nov 2016
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

25,400 mi
Last recorded25,400 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2015
Typical for 2003 Suzuki Jimny57,891 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP53 OAV
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2015 25,400 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2015 25,400 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 24 Feb 2014 24,993 miles

exhaust tail pipe unit deteiorated

grease leaking from axle at offside

Pass 25 Feb 2013 23,725 miles

tail pipe unit slightly detierorated

Pass 20 Feb 2012 21,970 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2011 20,111 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 15 Feb 2011 20,111 miles

Offside Front Axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering (2.5.A.3a)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 14 Dec 2009 17,971 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2008 15,659 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2007 12,803 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2006 8,421 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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SP53 OAV is a 2003 Suzuki Jimny in Green with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 SP53 OAV, 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 SP53 OAV registered?

SP53 OAV is a 2003 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 6 September 2003.

Is SP53 OAV safe to buy?

The MOT history for SP53 OAV shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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