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BJ51 EPK

2001 Suzuki Jimny

Green Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Apr 2019
Tests20 (13 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate65%

Mileage

102,731 mi
Last recorded102,731 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2018
Typical for 2001 Suzuki Jimny60,732 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ51 EPK
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

13 pass 7 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2018 102,731 miles

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

Rear Upper Brake pipe slightly corroded from LSV to O/S R brake (3.6.B.2c)

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

Fail 16 Apr 2018 102,731 miles

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

Offside Front Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

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

Rear Upper Brake pipe slightly corroded from LSV to O/S R brake (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 20 Apr 2017 97,252 miles

Brake fluid level approaching minimum mark

Brake pipe corrosion towards offside rear flexi-hose

Exhaust centre section bracket broken

Fuel pipes have advanced corrosion. Recommend replace as necc

Nearside wiper poor

Offside front axle swivel joint has play, borders on excessive

Rear section prop shaft gaiter split

Fail 19 Apr 2017 97,248 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded two pipes, front-to-rear sections, towards offside rear at fixing clip (3.6.B.2c)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Brake fluid level approaching minimum mark

Brake pipe corrosion towards offside rear flexi-hose

Exhaust centre section bracket broken

Fuel pipes have advanced corrosion. Recommend replace as necc

Nearside wiper poor

Offside front axle swivel joint has play, borders on excessive

Rear section prop shaft gaiter split

Pass 12 Apr 2016 90,620 miles

all brake pipes corroded

Pass 23 Apr 2015 86,202 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

Pass 13 May 2014 84,565 miles
Pass 2 May 2013 82,875 miles
Fail 1 May 2013 82,875 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 21 May 2012 80,877 miles
Fail 21 May 2012 80,877 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 3 May 2011 76,642 miles
Fail 24 May 2010 72,618 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 24 May 2010 72,618 miles
Pass 29 May 2009 68,328 miles
Fail 29 May 2009 68,328 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 27 May 2008 63,671 miles
Pass 30 May 2007 51,120 miles
Pass 16 May 2006 40,229 miles
Fail 16 May 2006 40,229 miles

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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BJ51 EPK is a 2001 Suzuki Jimny in Green with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65%.

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 BJ51 EPK, 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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BJ51 EPK is a 2001 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 29 September 2001.

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