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YD03 ZBV

2003 Suzuki Jimny

Green Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Mar 2025
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

61,487 mi
Last recorded61,487 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2025
Typical for 2003 Suzuki Jimny57,891 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYD03 ZBV
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Fail 24 Mar 2025 61,487 miles

Nearside Front Axle swivel joint insecure in a stub axle leaking (5.1.2 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front swivel joint has play

Pass 26 Mar 2024 58,905 miles

Front Fuel Pipe/s corroded to rear both ()

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

Offside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Mar 2023 58,002 miles

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Mar 2022 56,602 miles

Nearside Front hub leaking oil

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

Pass 22 Mar 2021 55,226 miles

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Feb 2020 54,753 miles

Central Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small chip lower centre not effecting drivers veiw (3.2 (a) (i))

Fuel Pipe/s corroded fuel pipes starting to corrode front to rear ()

Pass 1 Mar 2019 52,379 miles

Offside Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

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

Fail 27 Feb 2019 52,379 miles

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded along chassis (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded along rear axle (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded over top of spring mount (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

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

Pass 20 Feb 2018 49,400 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front swivel joint housing leaking

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

Offside Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Fail 20 Feb 2018 49,400 miles

Nearside Front Axle swivel joint has excessive play (2.5.A.3b)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front swivel joint housing leaking

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

Offside Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Pass 15 Feb 2017 47,338 miles

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

Pass 1 Mar 2016 45,486 miles

Front registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Pass 12 Feb 2015 40,931 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2014 38,031 miles

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

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

fuel pipes slightly rusty

Fail 21 Feb 2014 38,030 miles

Offside Front Lower Axle swivel joint has excessive play (2.5.A.3b)

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

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

fuel pipes slightly rusty

Pass 14 Feb 2013 35,376 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2012 33,064 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2011 31,513 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2010 27,809 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2009 25,500 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2008 20,839 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2007 15,534 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2006 12,072 miles

child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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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YD03 ZBV is a 2003 Suzuki Jimny in Green 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 YD03 ZBV, 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 YD03 ZBV registered?

YD03 ZBV is a 2003 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 1 March 2003.

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The MOT history for YD03 ZBV shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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