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VA53 NNB

2003 Suzuki Jimny

Silver Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Nov 2025
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

80,427 mi
Last recorded80,427 miles
Recorded on15 Nov 2024
Typical for 2003 Suzuki Jimny57,891 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVA53 NNB
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Nov 2024 80,427 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All (1.1.11 (c))

Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Nov 2023 77,692 miles

side skirt fitted

Pass 14 Nov 2022 76,568 miles

age related corrosion to vehicle at chassis mounts and inner sills

Pass 25 Oct 2021 75,140 miles

Corrosion to rear inner wheel arch cover

General age related corrosion through out including inner sills [ outer sills covered by plastic trims and not visible ]Also under side covered with protective coating

Pass 19 Nov 2020 74,084 miles

Age related rust and corrosion under car

Fail 19 Nov 2020 74,084 miles

Age related rust and corrosion under car

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Nov 2019 73,022 miles

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both outer sills rusty at visible areas (covers fitted) (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both rear floor area under rear seat showing signs of corrosion (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Fail 12 Nov 2019 73,022 miles

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced both sides at rear of inner sills under vehicle - holed and corroded (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both outer sills rusty at visible areas (covers fitted) (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both rear floor area under rear seat showing signs of corrosion (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Oct 2018 71,605 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Age related rust and corossion (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 19 Oct 2017 70,345 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2016 68,941 miles

Various chassis corrosion

Pass 24 Oct 2015 67,358 miles

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

Variouse chassis corrosion

Pass 3 Nov 2014 65,968 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2013 63,373 miles

rear exhaust corroded

Pass 30 Oct 2012 61,740 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2011 58,726 miles

o/s mirror loose

Pass 5 Nov 2010 55,781 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2009 47,606 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2008 43,631 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2008 43,631 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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VA53 NNB is a 2003 Suzuki Jimny in Silver with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 VA53 NNB, 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 VA53 NNB registered?

VA53 NNB is a 2003 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 31 December 2003.

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