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AU52 NVB

2002 Suzuki Jimny

Red Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Feb 2018
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

95,571 mi
Last recorded95,571 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2017
Typical for 2002 Suzuki Jimny59,569 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU52 NVB
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Feb 2017 95,571 miles

rear silencer outer skin deterioated

Fail 3 Feb 2017 95,569 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

rear silencer outer skin deterioated

Pass 5 Feb 2016 84,796 miles

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

Pass 27 Jan 2015 71,601 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Pass 10 Feb 2014 59,033 miles

Nearside Front Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Tow ball/hitch not fitted at time of test

plastic sill covers fitted preventing full inspection.

rear silencer deteriorated.

Pass 28 Jan 2013 53,974 miles

Fluid on offside rear wheel cylinder,But no leak found

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Outer sills have plastic covers,Not allowing inspection of outer sills

Silencer deteriorated

Tow ball/hitch not fitted at time of test

Pass 30 Jan 2012 50,250 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Outer sills have plastic covers, Not allowing inspection of outer sills

Rear silencer deteriorated

Pass 21 Feb 2011 45,477 miles

Both front brake discs pitted

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Outer sills have plastic covers, Not allowing inspection of outer sills

Rear silencer deteriorated

Fail 21 Feb 2011 45,477 miles

Both front brake discs pitted

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Outer sills have plastic covers, Not allowing inspection of outer sills

Rear silencer deteriorated

Pass 7 Sep 2009 38,351 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Outer sills have plastic covers, Not allowing inspection of outer sills

Pass 8 Sep 2008 33,615 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2007 28,850 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2006 24,175 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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AU52 NVB is a 2002 Suzuki Jimny in Red with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 2002 Suzuki Jimny models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.3% with a typical mileage of 59,569 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 AU52 NVB, 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 24 years old, this Suzuki Jimny is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AU52 NVB registered?

AU52 NVB is a 2002 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 1 September 2002.

Is AU52 NVB safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU52 NVB shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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