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VE52 PWO

2003 Suzuki Jimny

Red Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Mar 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

44,483 mi
Last recorded44,483 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2026
Typical for 2003 Suzuki Jimny57,891 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVE52 PWO
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Feb 2026 44,483 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2025 38,845 miles

Nearside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 14 Mar 2024 34,063 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 14 Mar 2024 34,063 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits 0.81 (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits 7.01 % (8.2.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 13 Mar 2023 28,637 miles

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

Rear exhaust silencer deteriorating

Pass 14 Feb 2022 20,780 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 10 Mar 2021 14,509 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2020 10,739 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2014 10,732 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2013 10,219 miles

front offside and nearside swivel balls have surface corrosion

Pass 30 Jan 2012 9,472 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2011 86,646 miles

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

Pass 28 Jan 2011 8,683 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2010 7,910 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2009 7,521 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2008 6,785 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2007 5,961 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2006 4,726 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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VE52 PWO is a 2003 Suzuki Jimny in Red with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 VE52 PWO, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of VE52 PWO?

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What year was VE52 PWO registered?

VE52 PWO is a 2003 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 22 January 2003.

Is VE52 PWO safe to buy?

The MOT history for VE52 PWO shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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