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WJ53 ZBL

2003 Suzuki Jimny

Red Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 May 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

42,769 mi
Last recorded42,769 miles
Recorded on26 May 2026
Typical for 2003 Suzuki Jimny57,891 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWJ53 ZBL
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 May 2026 42,769 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 24 May 2025 40,588 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 18 May 2024 38,628 miles

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

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

Pass 30 May 2023 33,234 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2020 32,893 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2019 31,832 miles

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 19 Sep 2018 30,424 miles

rear suspension showing signs of corrosion

Pass 19 Sep 2017 29,680 miles

underside of vehicle showing signs of corrosion

Pass 7 Sep 2016 28,726 miles

underside of vehicle showing signs of corrosion

Fail 7 Sep 2016 28,726 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

underside of vehicle showing signs of corrosion

Pass 17 Sep 2015 27,873 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2014 26,976 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2014 26,976 miles

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 13 Sep 2013 26,013 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2013 26,013 miles

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 18 Sep 2012 25,029 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2011 24,037 miles

underside of car showing signs of rust

Pass 24 Sep 2010 22,277 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2009 20,482 miles

all four tyre walls perishded

Pass 8 Sep 2008 18,278 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2007 16,085 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2006 13,753 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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WJ53 ZBL is a 2003 Suzuki Jimny in Red with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 WJ53 ZBL, 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 WJ53 ZBL registered?

WJ53 ZBL is a 2003 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 12 September 2003.

Is WJ53 ZBL safe to buy?

The MOT history for WJ53 ZBL shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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