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VK53 YBC

2003 Suzuki Jimny

Black Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Dec 2018
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

68,570 mi
Last recorded68,570 miles
Recorded on16 Dec 2017
Typical for 2003 Suzuki Jimny57,891 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK53 YBC
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Dec 2017 68,570 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2016 66,406 miles

Offside Rear coil spring worn (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 12 Apr 2013 56,955 miles

Nearside Outer Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

underside of vechicle very muddy due to off road use

Pass 12 Apr 2012 49,556 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 7 Apr 2011 43,558 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Pass 23 Mar 2010 36,582 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2009 29,343 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2008 22,740 miles

front bumper has had a modification

Pass 1 Dec 2007 22,277 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2007 22,176 miles

Brake master cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (3.6.G.1f)

Pass 5 Dec 2006 18,441 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 YBC is a 2003 Suzuki Jimny in Black with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 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 YBC, 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 YBC registered?

VK53 YBC is a 2003 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 20 September 2003.

Is VK53 YBC safe to buy?

The MOT history for VK53 YBC shows 11 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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