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X20 JMX

2003 Suzuki Jimny

Silver Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 May 2026
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

146,316 mi
Last recorded146,316 miles
Recorded on29 May 2025
Typical for 2003 Suzuki Jimny57,891 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX20 JMX
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 29 May 2025 146,316 miles

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

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

Vehicle has been raised.

Pass 7 Jul 2023 142,203 miles

vehicle has been raised

Pass 18 Jul 2022 138,292 miles

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material above chassis leg (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 23 Jul 2021 134,568 miles

Nearside Front hub leaking

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 19 Jul 2021 134,568 miles

Emissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))

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

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front hub leaking

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 7 Jul 2020 133,401 miles

Bushes deteriorated

Front headlight lenses discoloured

Pass 9 Mar 2019 127,270 miles

Damaged, likely to cause injury when grazed or contacted Front

Pass 17 Feb 2018 110,876 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded both front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 6 Mar 2017 108,723 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor (5.2.6)

Fail 6 Mar 2017 108,723 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor (5.2.6)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 15 Feb 2016 108,386 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2015 96,426 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2015 96,426 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 19 Feb 2014 82,965 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2013 71,239 miles

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 20 Feb 2013 71,239 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2012 61,782 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2011 53,851 miles

age cracks starting rear tyres

drivers door mirror glass a little movement

front number plate split

n/s rear tyre down to 3mm center of tread

new pads and discs fitted to front

o/s front tyre down to 3mm outer edge

o/s rear tyre down to 3mm center of tread

oil leak engine

rear exhaust silencer corroded and rattles

rear wiper blade split

steering wheel covering becomeing loose

windscreen stone chipped

Fail 11 Feb 2011 53,847 miles

Offside Front Axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering (2.5.A.3a)

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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

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

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

Rear wiper blade is split

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

coolent level is low

engine management light is on

front brake discs blue and worn

front number plate cracked

oil leak from oil filter

steering wheel cover is loose

Pass 11 May 2010 47,712 miles

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

Pass 5 May 2009 39,843 miles
Pass 14 May 2008 29,329 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2007 27,141 miles

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

n/s/f tyre worn on edge

Pass 30 Oct 2006 20,724 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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X20 JMX 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 79.2%.

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 X20 JMX, 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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What year was X20 JMX registered?

X20 JMX is a 2003 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 20 September 2003.

Is X20 JMX safe to buy?

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