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SV03 LPL

2003 Suzuki Jimny

Blue Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 May 2019
Tests20 (12 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

81,968 mi
Last recorded81,968 miles
Recorded on15 May 2019
Typical for 2003 Suzuki Jimny57,891 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSV03 LPL
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

12 pass 8 fail
Fail 15 May 2019 81,968 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

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

Rear Integral body structure is fractured and structural rigidity is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Towbar excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))

Pass 14 May 2018 77,254 miles

advise fuel pipes corroded

Fail 10 May 2018 77,252 miles

Nearside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings cross member (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings crossmember (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Inner Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings sill (6.1.B.2)

advise fuel pipes corroded

Pass 16 May 2017 72,491 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2017 72,485 miles

Nearside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (5.2.6)

Nearside Rear Inner Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings sill (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings crossmember (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Inner Body or chassis has an unsatisfactory modification, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings sill (6.1.B.2)

Pass 25 Jan 2016 66,460 miles

advise n/s/f tyre perished

Fail 21 Jan 2016 66,458 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

advise n/s/f tyre perished

Pass 6 Feb 2015 62,578 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2015 62,578 miles

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

Pass 9 Apr 2014 48,453 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2013 48,294 miles

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

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

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 5 Apr 2013 48,294 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Mar 2012 47,367 miles

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

Pass 6 Apr 2011 45,780 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2011 45,780 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

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

o/s/f tyre perrished/sidewall

Pass 8 May 2009 42,845 miles
Fail 8 May 2009 42,845 miles

Offside Front Axle swivel joint has excessive play (2.5.A.3b)

Pass 20 Mar 2008 37,639 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

brake pipes covered in grease

brake pipes some corrosion

Pass 24 Mar 2007 26,475 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Pass 22 Mar 2006 14,237 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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SV03 LPL is a 2003 Suzuki Jimny in Blue with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 SV03 LPL, 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 SV03 LPL registered?

SV03 LPL is a 2003 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 26 March 2003.

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