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YB03 VHA

2003 Suzuki Jimny

Black Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Aug 2020
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

93,691 mi
Last recorded93,691 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2020
Typical for 2003 Suzuki Jimny57,891 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYB03 VHA
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Fail 4 Aug 2020 93,691 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill, outer sill , subframe mounting to body (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength nsr , rear corner body corroded/ subframe mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced ns sill corroded (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken osr broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength osr , rear corner body corroded / subframe mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength osr inner sill , body / subframe mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Aug 2019 87,530 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 5 Aug 2019 87,530 miles

Nearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis leg by arm mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% (1.2.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Jul 2018 83,484 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive arm mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))

both front fog lamps not working

Fail 25 Jul 2018 83,481 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength arm mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))

Rear Exhaust silencer insecure (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive arm mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))

both front fog lamps not working

Pass 31 Jul 2017 79,856 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded to brake cylinder (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to hose (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded to brake cylinder (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 25 Jul 2016 75,841 miles

Offside Front slight brake bind

Offside Front swivel hub bearing has slight play

Offside Front swivel hub oil leak

Pass 27 Jul 2015 72,062 miles

slight brake bind o/s/f

Fail 29 Jul 2014 67,341 miles

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

Pass 29 Jul 2014 67,341 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2013 62,008 miles

o/s and n/s front brakes slight bind

Pass 31 Jul 2012 55,494 miles

slight front brake bind

Pass 27 Jul 2011 49,714 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2011 49,709 miles

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 2 Aug 2010 43,742 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2009 38,463 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2008 37,602 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

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

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

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

Pass 13 Jul 2007 36,846 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 18 Aug 2006 36,141 miles

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

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

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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YB03 VHA is a 2003 Suzuki Jimny in Black with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 YB03 VHA, 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 YB03 VHA registered?

YB03 VHA is a 2003 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 30 June 2003.

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