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YD53 HBJ

2003 Suzuki Jimny

Silver Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Apr 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

44,534 mi
Last recorded44,534 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2026
Typical for 2003 Suzuki Jimny57,891 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYD53 HBJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2026 44,534 miles

Nearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Underseal applied undercarriage for rust proof

Pass 1 Dec 2023 43,790 miles

Brake pipes and fuel pipes covered in underseal all around.

Pass 8 Dec 2022 42,185 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2021 40,302 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2021 40,301 miles

Brake performance not tested brake pipe corrosion (1.2.1 (g))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced chassis leg to rear of front suspension arm (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Brake pipe at imminent risk of failure or fracture front to rear (1.1.11 (a)) DANGEROUS

Offside Brake pipe at imminent risk of failure or fracture front to rear (1.1.11 (a)) DANGEROUS

Pass 1 Oct 2020 37,769 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2020 37,769 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 22 Aug 2019 36,391 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2018 35,118 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2017 33,647 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2016 32,351 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2015 30,657 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2014 28,904 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2013 27,697 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2012 24,561 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2011 22,502 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2010 20,806 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2009 18,953 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2008 16,310 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2007 13,148 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2006 10,849 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 HBJ is a 2003 Suzuki Jimny in Silver with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 HBJ, 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 YD53 HBJ registered?

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

Is YD53 HBJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for YD53 HBJ shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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