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WG53 NCF

2003 Suzuki Jimny

Blue Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Oct 2024
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

124,999 mi
Last recorded124,999 miles
Recorded on23 Oct 2023
Typical for 2003 Suzuki Jimny57,891 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWG53 NCF
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Oct 2023 124,999 miles

Front Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Under body surface corrosion

Fail 21 Jul 2023 124,973 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded both axle pipes (1.1.11 (c))

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

Emissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 19 Jul 2022 122,974 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2022 122,971 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Jul 2021 118,390 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2020 117,920 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2019 117,368 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2018 115,878 miles

Offside rear body mounting area slightly corroded

Pass 18 Dec 2017 110,823 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2017 110,823 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 10 Oct 2016 102,490 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front pipe/cat (7.1.2)

Pass 6 Oct 2015 90,657 miles

oil leak

Pass 21 Oct 2014 76,803 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2014 75,384 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2013 69,541 miles

Rear exhaust box corroded

Pass 26 Nov 2012 66,533 miles

exhaust tailbox corroded

Fail 7 Dec 2011 60,471 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

both rear tyres worn low

corrosion to o/s and n/s rear floor under seats next to seat belt mountings

excessive corrosion to n/s an d o/s headlamp support panels

rear number plate deteriorating

Pass 7 Dec 2011 60,471 miles

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

both rear tyres worn low

corrosion to o/s and n/s rear floor under seats next to seat belt mountings

excessive corrosion to n/s an d o/s headlamp support panels

rear number plate deteriorating

Pass 1 Dec 2010 53,949 miles

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

o/s wiper blade deteriorating

Pass 25 Nov 2009 47,226 miles

Nearside front tyre wearing on outer edge

Pass 8 Dec 2008 39,423 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2007 29,483 miles

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

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Pass 19 Dec 2006 21,134 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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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WG53 NCF is a 2003 Suzuki Jimny in Blue with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 WG53 NCF, 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.

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WG53 NCF is a 2003 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 23 December 2003.

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