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SY53 NNC

2003 Suzuki Jimny

Black Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Oct 2020
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

81,647 mi
Last recorded81,647 miles
Recorded on11 Oct 2019
Typical for 2003 Suzuki Jimny57,891 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSY53 NNC
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Oct 2019 81,647 miles

Front Coil spring corroded both front (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both front (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear light unit cracked but not effecting operation

Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive in boot (7.1.1 (a) (i))

both front tyres wearing thin

under seal, dirt and debris restricting inspection of underside

Pass 2 Oct 2018 77,841 miles

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

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

underside and components under sealed restricting inspection

Pass 18 Aug 2017 72,629 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2016 68,021 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2015 61,887 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2015 61,886 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 19 Jun 2014 53,164 miles

Oil leak

Fail 19 Jun 2014 53,164 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Oil leak

Pass 25 Jun 2013 47,215 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2013 47,213 miles

Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1a)

Offside Front Upper Front suspension has excessive movement at a suspension ball joint (2.5.A.1c) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

Pass 29 Aug 2012 44,723 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2011 40,826 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2010 36,496 miles

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

Pass 24 Aug 2009 32,590 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2008 28,487 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2007 23,289 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2006 20,926 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

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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SY53 NNC is a 2003 Suzuki Jimny in Black with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 SY53 NNC, 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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SY53 NNC is a 2003 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 22 November 2003.

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