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SV53 VGD

2003 Suzuki Jimny

Blue Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Nov 2019
Tests20 (13 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate65%

Mileage

34,538 mi
Last recorded34,538 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2018
Typical for 2003 Suzuki Jimny57,891 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSV53 VGD
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

13 pass 7 fail
Pass 5 Nov 2018 34,538 miles

Brake pipes undersealed

Chasis undersealed

Front Front suspension joints undersealed

Nearside Rear Seal shows slight corrosion under underseal

Nearside Undersealed seals

Offside Rear Seal shows slight corrosion under underseal

Offside Undersealed seals

Fail 18 Oct 2018 34,429 miles

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion to the extent that overall security or stability of the body is impaired (6.2.2 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion to the extent that overall security or stability of the body is impaired inner wheel arch area. (6.2.2 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Coil spring worn (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring worn (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Oct 2017 30,937 miles

Nearside Rear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Offside Rear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

several chasis areas showing sighns of early corosion

Pass 4 Oct 2016 26,485 miles

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

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Fail 21 Sep 2016 26,485 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber detached (2.7.2b)

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded x2 (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 19 Oct 2015 21,477 miles

offside brake pipe and fuel line corroded.

rear exhaust box corroded.

Pass 17 Oct 2014 16,708 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight play in an outer ball joint (2.5.B.2a)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)

TAIL BOX CORRODED

VARIOUS BRAKE PIPES CORRODED

Fail 17 Oct 2014 16,708 miles

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight play in an outer ball joint (2.5.B.2a)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)

TAIL BOX CORRODED

VARIOUS BRAKE PIPES CORRODED

Pass 27 Sep 2013 15,662 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 27 Sep 2013 15,662 miles

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 3 Oct 2012 12,428 miles

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

Pass 14 Sep 2011 9,643 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 22 Sep 2010 70,052 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2010 70,050 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Pass 14 Sep 2009 7,012 miles

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

various brake pipes corrodind

Fail 14 Sep 2009 7,012 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

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

various brake pipes corrodind

Pass 18 Sep 2008 5,718 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2008 5,718 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 19 Sep 2007 4,384 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2006 3,031 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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SV53 VGD 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 65%.

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 SV53 VGD, 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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SV53 VGD is a 2003 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 19 September 2003.

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