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VK53 UWR

2003 Suzuki Jimny

Silver Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Feb 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

67,271 mi
Last recorded67,271 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2026
Typical for 2003 Suzuki Jimny57,891 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK53 UWR
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Feb 2026 67,271 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Feb 2025 62,891 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2024 59,651 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2022 55,051 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2021 51,020 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2020 46,707 miles

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

General corrosion to underbody/suspension components

Pass 28 Oct 2019 45,306 miles

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

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

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

Fail 28 Oct 2019 45,301 miles

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

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

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

Nearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 24 Oct 2018 43,117 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2017 40,933 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2016 38,310 miles

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

Pass 20 Oct 2015 36,316 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2014 33,222 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2013 29,779 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2013 29,739 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 18 Oct 2012 25,945 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 1 Nov 2011 23,328 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2010 20,619 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2009 17,937 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2008 15,351 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2007 12,343 miles

o/s n/s wiper rubbers split

Pass 9 Nov 2006 9,644 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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VK53 UWR is a 2003 Suzuki Jimny in Silver with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 VK53 UWR, 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

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What year was VK53 UWR registered?

VK53 UWR is a 2003 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 29 October 2003.

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The MOT history for VK53 UWR shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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