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YM52 XHC

2003 Suzuki Jimny

Silver Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 May 2019
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

72,899 mi
Last recorded72,899 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2018
Typical for 2003 Suzuki Jimny57,891 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYM52 XHC
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2018 72,899 miles

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

coil spring corroded Both rear coil springs (2.4.C.1b)

Fail 18 Apr 2018 72,801 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)

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

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Both wiper blades (8.2.2)

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

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

coil spring corroded Both rear coil springs (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 21 Apr 2017 64,884 miles

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

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 20 Apr 2016 55,062 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2015 47,695 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

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

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

Pass 28 Apr 2014 46,230 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2014 46,224 miles

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

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 7 May 2013 44,857 miles
Fail 7 May 2013 44,857 miles

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

Pass 14 May 2012 42,929 miles
Pass 11 May 2011 40,747 miles

front brake discs are corroded & scored

front brake pads are worn thin

Pass 20 Apr 2010 37,231 miles

o/s front steering hub oil seal is leaking

o/s rear tyre is worn down to 2mm & age cracking in tread

Fail 20 Apr 2010 37,231 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Rear Brake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)

o/s front steering hub oil seal is leaking

o/s rear tyre is worn down to 2mm & age cracking in tread

Pass 21 Apr 2009 33,150 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2009 33,150 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Rear Brake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)

Pass 17 Apr 2008 30,501 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2008 30,501 miles

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

Rear Brake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)

Pass 19 Apr 2007 26,773 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2006 22,847 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2006 22,573 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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YM52 XHC is a 2003 Suzuki Jimny in Silver with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 YM52 XHC, 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 YM52 XHC registered?

YM52 XHC is a 2003 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 23 January 2003.

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