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VGP 966

2003 Suzuki Jimny

Black Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Sep 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

63,681 mi
Last recorded63,681 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2025
Typical for 2003 Suzuki Jimny57,891 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVGP 966
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2025 63,681 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2024 62,406 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2023 60,837 miles

Central Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Coil spring corroded All four (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Both rear lower (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 22 Aug 2022 59,290 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2021 57,596 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2020 56,106 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2019 49,989 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2018 47,279 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rear (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 24 Aug 2017 45,735 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2016 41,981 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2015 40,542 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2014 39,012 miles

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

Pass 1 Mar 2013 36,529 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2012 33,673 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2011 31,751 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2010 28,273 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2010 28,273 miles

registration plate fitted to the front does not have black characters on a white background (6.3.2a)

registration plate fitted to the rear does not have black characters on a yellow background (6.3.2b)

Pass 16 Feb 2009 22,849 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2008 20,145 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2007 16,558 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2006 3,131 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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VGP 966 is a 2003 Suzuki Jimny in Black with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 VGP 966, 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 VGP 966 registered?

VGP 966 is a 2003 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 6 February 2003.

Is VGP 966 safe to buy?

The MOT history for VGP 966 shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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