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WV53 LVX

2003 Suzuki Jimny

Black Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Aug 2011
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

48,648 mi
Last recorded48,648 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2010
Typical for 2003 Suzuki Jimny57,891 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWV53 LVX
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2010 48,648 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2009 44,717 miles

catalyst converter blowing

exhaust system heavely corroded

front brake imbalance

front brake pipes corroded

nearside front tyre perished on side wall

nearside rear brake pipe corroded

offside front indicator slightly discoloured

Fail 19 Nov 2009 44,519 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower wishbone bearing (2.5.B.1a)

catalyst converter blowing

exhaust system heavely corroded

front brake imbalance

front brake pipes corroded

nearside front challis seal leaking

nearside front tyre perished on side wall

nearside rear brake pipe corroded

offside front indicator slightly discoloured

Pass 29 Dec 2008 36,551 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2008 34,922 miles

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

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 26 Sep 2007 26,468 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2006 18,597 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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WV53 LVX is a 2003 Suzuki Jimny in Black with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 WV53 LVX, 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 WV53 LVX registered?

WV53 LVX is a 2003 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 30 September 2003.

Is WV53 LVX safe to buy?

The MOT history for WV53 LVX shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does WV53 LVX have outstanding finance?

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