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AY51 DYU

2001 Suzuki Jimny

Silver Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Nov 2020
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

118,394 mi
Last recorded118,394 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2019
Typical for 2001 Suzuki Jimny60,732 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY51 DYU
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2019 118,394 miles

Coil spring corroded ALL (5.3.1 (b) (i))

EMLight on

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge And screw in tread (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Above rear axle arm/front mounting (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Above rear axle arm/front mounting (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Pass 24 Oct 2018 102,338 miles

all coil springs corroded

both front hub seals slight oil leaks

corrosion to offside and nearside chassis rails

Pass 2 Nov 2017 94,926 miles

Nearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

all suspension coil springs corroded

both chassis rails at rear lower arm mounting points corroded

both front hub oil seals leaking slightly

Pass 20 Oct 2016 93,133 miles

Nearside Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

rear seat belts not checked, seats folded down

Pass 21 Oct 2015 91,543 miles

coil spring corroded all (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 22 Oct 2014 89,512 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2013 87,874 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2012 85,172 miles

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

Pass 20 Apr 2012 84,129 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2012 84,124 miles

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 19 Oct 2011 83,710 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2011 83,710 miles

Centre Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 7 Oct 2010 72,631 miles

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

Fail 27 Oct 2009 58,946 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

front brake discs corroded...

Pass 27 Oct 2009 58,946 miles

front brake discs corroded...

Fail 24 Apr 2009 58,921 miles

Nearside Front Axle swivel joint has excessive movement between a swivel joint and its housing (2.5.A.1b)

Offside Front Axle swivel joint has excessive movement between a swivel joint and its housing (2.5.A.1b)

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

Pass 30 Sep 2008 55,169 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2007 48,911 miles

Offside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Fail 15 Oct 2007 48,911 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Pass 10 Oct 2006 42,234 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2005 35,219 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2005 35,219 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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AY51 DYU is a 2001 Suzuki Jimny in Silver with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 AY51 DYU, 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.

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AY51 DYU is a 2001 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 28 September 2001.

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