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YU03 JZE

2003 Suzuki Jimny

Blue Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Apr 2027
Tests26 (19 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate73.1%

Mileage

85,513 mi
Last recorded85,513 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2026
Typical for 2003 Suzuki Jimny57,891 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYU03 JZE
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

19 pass 7 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2026 85,513 miles

Front light corrosion behind n/s and o/s headlamps

Pass 16 Apr 2025 84,532 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2023 85,948 miles

Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced cross member (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 24 Aug 2023 85,835 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced offside sill, nearside sill, rear subframe mountings (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 25 Aug 2022 82,692 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

vehicle has slight general underside corrosion

Pass 17 Aug 2021 81,773 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 10 Aug 2021 81,771 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting inner sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting inner sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 8 Aug 2020 80,968 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material underseal. (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Towbar slightly damaged within 30cm of towbar mounting corroded. (6.1.6 (i) (i))

underbody/chassis underseal.

Fail 8 Aug 2020 80,968 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material underseal. (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Towbar slightly damaged within 30cm of towbar mounting corroded. (6.1.6 (i) (i))

underbody/chassis underseal.

Pass 26 Mar 2019 79,465 miles

vehicle has general underbody corrosion

Pass 28 Sep 2017 75,702 miles

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

Pass 17 Mar 2016 70,933 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2016 70,933 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Jan 2015 66,689 miles
Fail 23 Dec 2014 66,067 miles

Nearside Front Axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering (2.5.A.3a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering (2.5.A.3a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 15 Jan 2014 60,888 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 16 Jan 2013 55,031 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2012 49,174 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2011 43,821 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2010 37,782 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2010 37,544 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 14 Jan 2009 31,513 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2008 24,254 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2007 17,336 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2006 10,581 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2006 10,581 miles

Offside Headlamp does not operate immediately when selected on main beam (1.7.4a)

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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YU03 JZE is a 2003 Suzuki Jimny in Blue with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.1%.

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 YU03 JZE, 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 YU03 JZE registered?

YU03 JZE is a 2003 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 30 June 2003.

Is YU03 JZE safe to buy?

The MOT history for YU03 JZE shows 26 tests with a 73.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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