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YD53 HBG

2003 Suzuki Jimny

Red Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jul 2024
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

83,865 mi
Last recorded83,865 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2023
Typical for 2003 Suzuki Jimny57,891 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYD53 HBG
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 Jul 2023 83,865 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material across axle (1.1.11 (c))

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

Fail 12 Jul 2023 83,865 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material across axle (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))

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

Pass 18 Feb 2022 80,258 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Nov 2020 75,450 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2019 64,254 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all rear (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 23 Oct 2018 57,199 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Pass 30 Oct 2017 51,641 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Rear slight cracking of side wall

Pass 31 Oct 2016 50,936 miles

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

Pass 23 Oct 2015 50,121 miles

Nearside Front Axle swivel joint has slight movement between a swivel joint and its housing (2.5.A.1b)

Pass 22 Oct 2014 48,077 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Nov 2013 42,459 miles

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

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

centre silencer bracket broken

Pass 30 Oct 2012 38,047 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

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

o/s/f and o/s/r tyres cracking in tread

Fail 30 Oct 2012 38,047 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

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

o/s/f and o/s/r tyres cracking in tread

Pass 25 Oct 2011 32,098 miles

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

Pass 20 Oct 2010 27,826 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2010 27,826 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 3 Nov 2009 24,245 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2008 20,989 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2008 20,989 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Pass 6 Nov 2007 15,024 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2007 15,024 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 25 Aug 2006 10,392 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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YD53 HBG 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 77.3%.

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 YD53 HBG, 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 YD53 HBG registered?

YD53 HBG is a 2003 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 1 September 2003.

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