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BD51 OPJ

2001 Suzuki Jimny

Black Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Feb 2023
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

Typical for 2001 Suzuki Jimny60,732 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD51 OPJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Jan 2022

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

Pass 26 Jan 2021 42,176 miles

Nearside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 13 Feb 2020 78,658 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 5 Oct 2016

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 4 Oct 2016

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 21 Aug 2015 42,176 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to rear at fuel tank (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to rear at fuel tank (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 8 May 2013 42,176 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Apr 2012 42,176 miles

rear exhaust corroded

Pass 5 May 2011 42,176 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2010 42,176 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2010 42,176 miles

All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 8 May 2009 40,090 miles
Fail 8 May 2009 40,090 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

Pass 28 Apr 2008 34,374 miles

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

Pass 5 May 2007 27,830 miles

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

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 25 Apr 2006 20,735 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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BD51 OPJ is a 2001 Suzuki Jimny in Black with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 BD51 OPJ, 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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What year was BD51 OPJ registered?

BD51 OPJ is a 2001 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 23 November 2001.

Is BD51 OPJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD51 OPJ shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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