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VN03 MFZ

2003 Suzuki Jimny

Red Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2017
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

63,496 mi
Last recorded63,496 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2016
Typical for 2003 Suzuki Jimny57,891 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVN03 MFZ
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2016 63,496 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2016 63,496 miles

Front Brake pipe excessively corroded x4 (3.6.B.2c)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Upper Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

fuel pipes corroded

Pass 28 Feb 2014 59,918 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 27 Feb 2013 54,996 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 29 Feb 2012 50,410 miles

nsf hubb leaking greese

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 4 Mar 2011 45,081 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2010 43,539 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

front swivel hubs slight leak both sides

offside front tyre starting to crack

Pass 15 Jul 2009 40,229 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 15 Jul 2008 37,134 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

slight leak nearside front swivel housing

slight leak offside front swivel housing

Pass 18 Jul 2007 33,869 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

slight leak nearside front swivel housing

Fail 12 Jul 2007 33,866 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 18 Jul 2006 28,077 miles

Slight play offside top & bottom swivels.

Fail 11 Jul 2006 27,986 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Slight top & bottom swivel play (offside).

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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VN03 MFZ is a 2003 Suzuki Jimny in Red with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 VN03 MFZ, 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 VN03 MFZ registered?

VN03 MFZ is a 2003 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 25 May 2003.

Is VN03 MFZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for VN03 MFZ shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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