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SY03 YEU

2003 Suzuki Jimny

Green Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jan 2022
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

115,830 mi
Last recorded115,830 miles
Recorded on4 Jan 2022
Typical for 2003 Suzuki Jimny57,891 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSY03 YEU
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Fail 4 Jan 2022 115,830 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced n/s/r body mounting (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced n/s/r inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced o/s/f body mounting (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced o/s/r body mounting (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Trailer electrical socket wiring insulation damaged or deteriorated and likely to cause a short-circuit (4.10 (b) (ii))

Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced chassis area under drivers seat (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced chassis n/s center (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Exhaust shield missing where fitted as original equipment creating a risk of fire fouling exhaust system (6.1.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner wing (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner wing (6.1.1 (c) (i))

o/s/f tyre fouling wheel arch trim

underside of vehicle is extensively corroded

Pass 18 Jan 2021 115,371 miles

Integral body structure is fractured but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced o/s and n/s front inner wings (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

underside rear of vehicle corroded

Fail 15 Dec 2020 115,339 miles

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

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both n/s and o/s inner front wing (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

corrosion to underside of vehicle at rear

Pass 16 Jul 2019 114,855 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

has corrosion to the underside of vehicle

Pass 20 Jul 2018 112,193 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front brake discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 12 Jul 2017 106,719 miles

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

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

Offside Rear Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

chassis corroded

outer sills corroded

Pass 8 Jul 2016 100,915 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2015 94,488 miles

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

Pass 1 Jul 2014 86,725 miles

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

Fail 1 Jul 2014 86,725 miles

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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

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

Pass 17 Jul 2013 80,070 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 11 Jul 2013 80,010 miles

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

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

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside front hub swivel seal leaking.

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 28 Jun 2012 75,301 miles

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

Fuel pipe/s corroded

front number plate deteriorated

Pass 18 Jul 2011 69,601 miles

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

front reg plate deteriorated

Fail 18 Jul 2011 69,601 miles

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

front reg plate deteriorated

Pass 21 Jun 2010 63,706 miles

underside undersealed including brake pipes and fuel pipes-condition difficult to fully inspect.

Pass 20 Jul 2009 56,571 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2008 47,844 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 6 Jun 2007 38,417 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Pass 3 Jun 2006 30,462 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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SY03 YEU is a 2003 Suzuki Jimny in Green 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 SY03 YEU, 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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SY03 YEU is a 2003 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 1 May 2003.

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