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VN53 YPU

2003 Suzuki Jimny

Blue Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jan 2025
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

42,137 mi
Last recorded42,137 miles
Recorded on9 Jan 2024
Typical for 2003 Suzuki Jimny57,891 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVN53 YPU
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Jan 2024 42,137 miles

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

Offside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Inner wheel arch (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 7 Feb 2022 41,150 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2021 40,802 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2020 39,792 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2019 37,933 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Feb 2018 32,482 miles

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

Pass 7 Mar 2016 31,596 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2015 29,658 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2015 29,656 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

front tyres perished

Pass 25 Feb 2014 26,872 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2013 23,559 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2013 23,554 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2011 21,598 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2010 18,701 miles

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

Pass 8 Sep 2009 15,088 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2008 13,015 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2007 9,297 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2006 5,915 miles

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

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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VN53 YPU is a 2003 Suzuki Jimny in Blue with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 VN53 YPU, 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 VN53 YPU registered?

VN53 YPU is a 2003 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 22 November 2003.

Is VN53 YPU safe to buy?

The MOT history for VN53 YPU shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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