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AR51 FEP

2001 Suzuki Jimny

Black Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Feb 2026
Tests26 (20 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

127,014 mi
Last recorded127,014 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2025
Typical for 2001 Suzuki Jimny60,732 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAR51 FEP
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

20 pass 6 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2025 127,014 miles

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

Central Body fixing missing, but overall security not significantly reduced Slightly corroded (6.2.2 (c) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Body mounting fixing insecure, but overall security not significantly reduced Both rear considerably corroded (6.2.2 (c) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Feb 2024 124,372 miles

Offside Front Swivel leaking grease

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

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Front and rear body mounts corroded

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Feb 2023 120,718 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Prop shaft bearing has slight play front prop front joint (6.1.7 (b) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

transfer box os mounting cracked

Pass 16 Feb 2022 117,801 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 16 Feb 2022 117,801 miles

Brake load sensing valve seized but ABS functioning (1.1.17 (c) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Feb 2021 112,701 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced nearside and offside inner sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Feb 2020 111,310 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Feb 2019 108,738 miles

Central Front Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Fail 19 Oct 2018 108,735 miles

Central Front Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))

Offside Front Axle swivel joint so worn or insecure in a stub axle that directional stability is impaired (5.1.2 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

All brake pipes heavily greased

Pass 18 Dec 2017 100,033 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 23 Dec 2016 94,212 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2015 90,166 miles

nearside front hub seal leaking

Fail 16 Dec 2015 90,166 miles

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

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

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

nearside front hub seal leaking

rear exhaust silencer corroded

Pass 17 Dec 2014 88,159 miles

Nearside front axle hub seal leaking.

Pass 18 Dec 2013 85,666 miles

Nearside front axle hub seal leaking

Fail 17 Dec 2013 85,666 miles

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

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

Nearside front axle hub seal leaking

Pass 17 Dec 2012 81,646 miles

Fuel pipes corroding

Oil leak

breather pipes on front axle corroding

Fail 17 Dec 2012 81,646 miles

Fuel pipes corroding

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

Oil leak

breather pipes on front axle corroding

Pass 10 Dec 2011 74,831 miles

brake pipes corroded along rear axle

front to rear brake pipes corroded front and rear

fuel pipes corroded along chassis

Fail 7 Dec 2011 74,831 miles

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

brake pipes corroded along rear axle

front to rear brake pipes corroded front and rear

fuel pipes corroded along chassis

Pass 8 Dec 2010 68,118 miles

fuel pipes getting rusted

rear exhaust silencer getting weak

rear exhaust silencer mounting flange bolts weak

two mountings on cat getting weak

Pass 11 Dec 2009 59,985 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2008 50,614 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2007 41,073 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2006 28,184 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2005 25,849 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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AR51 FEP is a 2001 Suzuki Jimny in Black with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 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 AR51 FEP, 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 AR51 FEP registered?

AR51 FEP is a 2001 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 14 December 2001.

Is AR51 FEP safe to buy?

The MOT history for AR51 FEP shows 26 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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