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B12 JEG

2002 Suzuki Jimny

Black Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Dec 2024
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

92,869 mi
Last recorded92,869 miles
Recorded on13 Dec 2023
Typical for 2002 Suzuki Jimny59,569 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB12 JEG
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 Dec 2023 92,869 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2022 92,605 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

underbody surface corrosion

Pass 8 Dec 2021 91,743 miles

Vehicle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Vehicle structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))

Pass 19 Dec 2020 89,733 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2020 89,720 miles

Emissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases centre and rear (6.1.2 (a))

Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced both inner sills (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength behind both rear wheels (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength boot floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength front and rear body mounts (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

front stabiliser mount

slight corrosion through out vehicle

Pass 2 Dec 2019 88,662 miles

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

exhaust blowing slightly middle section and rear

underbody dry and rusty

Fail 22 Nov 2019 88,637 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting rear seat belt mount (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting rear seat belt mount (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

exhaust blowing slightly middle section and rear

underbody dry and rusty

Pass 28 Nov 2018 87,488 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2018 87,478 miles

Central Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 29 Sep 2017 84,152 miles

Central Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

Pass 30 Sep 2016 80,229 miles

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

all welding heavily under sealed

both front swivel balls leaking

slight corrosion on nearside inner sill

slight corrosion on offside front inner sill

slight corrosion on offside rear chassis

Fail 26 Sep 2016 80,229 miles

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded inner sill (5.2.6)

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

both front swivel balls leaking

slight corrosion on nearside inner sill

slight corrosion on offside front inner sill

slight corrosion on offside rear chassis

Pass 26 Sep 2015 76,291 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded main run and all rear (3.6.B.2c)

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded both (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 12 Sep 2014 73,307 miles

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

Pass 26 Sep 2013 68,582 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Fail 26 Sep 2013 68,582 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

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

Pass 28 Aug 2012 61,000 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

fuel pipes slight corrosion

Pass 21 Sep 2011 54,831 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2010 51,122 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2009 46,805 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

engine light staying on

near side front swivel joint staring to corrode

off side front swivel joint starting to corrode

Pass 6 Mar 2008 40,566 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2007 32,857 miles

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

dint in o/s front wing

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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B12 JEG is a 2002 Suzuki Jimny in Black with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 B12 JEG, 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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B12 JEG is a 2002 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 4 February 2002.

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