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BJ51 TGU

2001 Suzuki Jimny

Silver Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Apr 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

53,852 mi
Last recorded53,852 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2026
Typical for 2001 Suzuki Jimny60,732 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ51 TGU
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2026 53,852 miles

vehicle undersealed

Pass 22 May 2025 52,250 miles
Fail 22 May 2025 52,250 miles

Nearside Front Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play swivel pins (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Jun 2024 47,254 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Mar 2018 46,932 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2016 46,879 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2015 46,687 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2014 46,211 miles

engine management lamp on

Pass 16 Dec 2013 45,698 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2012 45,244 miles

engine management light on

Pass 19 Dec 2011 43,553 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2010 41,674 miles

Nearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Offside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 23 Nov 2009 40,157 miles

Offside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 4 Dec 2008 38,266 miles

n/s/f tyre worn on outer edge

slight judder from o/s/f brake

Pass 14 Nov 2007 36,494 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2006 33,507 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2005 29,725 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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BJ51 TGU is a 2001 Suzuki Jimny in Silver with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 BJ51 TGU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BJ51 TGU registered?

BJ51 TGU is a 2001 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 12 October 2001.

Is BJ51 TGU safe to buy?

The MOT history for BJ51 TGU shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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