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VX03 FHT

2003 Suzuki Jimny

Silver Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Oct 2026
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

50,288 mi
Last recorded50,288 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2025
Typical for 2003 Suzuki Jimny57,891 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX03 FHT
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2025 50,288 miles

Central Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Fuel Pipe/s corroded Front to rear ()

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

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside side step rear mounting bracket heavy corroded

Pass 11 Oct 2024 49,882 miles

Fuel Pipe/s corroded Front to rear ()

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

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Oct 2023 49,343 miles

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

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

fuel pipes front to rear corroded

Pass 13 Oct 2022 48,984 miles

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

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

fuel pipe front to rear corroded

Pass 12 Oct 2021 48,196 miles

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

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

fuel pipe front to rear corroded

Pass 6 Oct 2020 45,478 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 6 Oct 2020 45,478 miles

Central Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Oct 2019 43,928 miles

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Fail 4 Oct 2019 43,908 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded all (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Outer Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush so worn or insecure that directional stability is impaired (5.1.2 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Pass 1 Oct 2018 41,418 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2017 38,648 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2016 37,411 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2015 36,079 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2014 34,611 miles

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

Pass 7 Oct 2013 33,497 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2012 32,389 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2011 31,350 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Front tyres lightly cracking

Rear tyres cracking

Pass 4 Oct 2010 29,641 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2009 26,907 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2008 24,785 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2008 22,903 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2008 22,807 miles

Nearside Front Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)

Offside Front Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)

Pass 4 Apr 2007 17,705 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2006 12,724 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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VX03 FHT is a 2003 Suzuki Jimny in Silver with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 VX03 FHT, 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 VX03 FHT registered?

VX03 FHT is a 2003 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 1 March 2003.

Is VX03 FHT safe to buy?

The MOT history for VX03 FHT shows 24 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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