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AK51 GWX

2001 Suzuki Jimny

Blue Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Dec 2025
Tests26 (17 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate65.4%

Mileage

92,822 mi
Last recorded92,822 miles
Recorded on11 Dec 2024
Typical for 2001 Suzuki Jimny60,732 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK51 GWX
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

17 pass 9 fail
Pass 11 Dec 2024 92,822 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2023 86,401 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2022 80,436 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2022 80,436 miles

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

Pass 30 Nov 2021 74,231 miles

Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 29 Nov 2021 74,216 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 26 Nov 2020 71,426 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 20 Nov 2020 71,424 miles

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded 3X PIPES TO LOAD VALVE (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Apr 2019 63,424 miles

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

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 22 Aug 2016 63,227 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

various areas of corrosion including pipes

Fail 22 Aug 2016 63,227 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

various areas of corrosion including pipes

Pass 11 Aug 2015 116,417 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2015 116,417 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 10 Aug 2015 116,417 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 15 Aug 2014 61,297 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Pass 14 Aug 2013 59,777 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2012 57,052 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2012 57,052 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 2 Aug 2011 54,065 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2010 51,383 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2009 47,802 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2009 47,801 miles

Offside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Pass 3 Aug 2008 45,004 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 2 Aug 2007 38,539 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2006 32,058 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 7 Aug 2006 32,058 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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AK51 GWX is a 2001 Suzuki Jimny in Blue with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65.4%.

Across all 2001 Suzuki Jimny models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.3% with a typical mileage of 60,732 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 AK51 GWX, 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 25 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 AK51 GWX registered?

AK51 GWX is a 2001 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 1 September 2001.

Is AK51 GWX safe to buy?

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