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YY03 FLE

2003 Suzuki Jimny

Blue Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Dec 2022
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

78,089 mi
Last recorded78,089 miles
Recorded on10 Dec 2021
Typical for 2003 Suzuki Jimny57,891 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYY03 FLE
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Dec 2021 78,089 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2020 74,937 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2019 71,465 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2018 66,677 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2017 61,796 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2017 60,515 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2017 60,515 miles

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

Pass 4 Apr 2016 57,473 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2015 55,932 miles

n/s rear shock absorber has slight oil leak - advise attention

rear fuel pipes badly corroded - not leaking but advise attention

some corrosion rear brake pipes advise attention

Pass 25 Mar 2014 54,010 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2013 50,778 miles

Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 12 Mar 2013 50,778 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2012 48,321 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2011 45,159 miles

oil feed to o/s + n/s front suspension swivels not working (joints dry and starting to corrode)

Pass 30 Mar 2010 40,784 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2009 36,615 miles

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

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

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

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 3 Apr 2009 36,610 miles

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

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

Nearside front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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

Offside front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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

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

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

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 4 Apr 2008 33,017 miles

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

Pass 4 Apr 2007 28,887 miles

Nearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Offside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 7 Apr 2006 24,495 miles

play in osf lower hub (borderline pass). OSF planetary hub leaking oil.

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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YY03 FLE is a 2003 Suzuki Jimny in Blue with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 YY03 FLE, 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 YY03 FLE registered?

YY03 FLE is a 2003 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 28 March 2003.

Is YY03 FLE safe to buy?

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