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YF52 FTJ

2003 Suzuki Jimny

Blue Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Aug 2018
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

88,545 mi
Last recorded88,545 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2017
Typical for 2003 Suzuki Jimny57,891 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYF52 FTJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Jul 2017 88,545 miles

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Nearside Front Lower Tie bar/rod ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

plastic covers fitted to outer sills

underside of vehicle is corroded in various places

Fail 11 Jul 2017 88,545 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords on inner side wall cracking too excess (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded both sides undersills (5.2.6)

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Nearside Front Lower Tie bar/rod ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

plastic covers fitted to outer sills

underside of vehicle is corroded in various places

Pass 28 Jul 2016 83,833 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2015 79,549 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Fail 30 Jul 2014 76,045 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 30 Jul 2014 76,045 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2013 68,047 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2012 60,838 miles

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

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

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

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

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 25 Jul 2012 60,838 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Jul 2011 53,469 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2010 45,972 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2009 38,924 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2009 37,844 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2008 33,501 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2007 29,153 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2006 25,975 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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YF52 FTJ is a 2003 Suzuki Jimny in Blue with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 YF52 FTJ, 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 YF52 FTJ registered?

YF52 FTJ is a 2003 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 13 February 2003.

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