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BN52 VLE

2002 Suzuki Jimny

Blue Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Oct 2026
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

88,886 mi
Last recorded88,886 miles
Recorded on11 Oct 2025
Typical for 2002 Suzuki Jimny59,569 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN52 VLE
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Oct 2025 88,886 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2024 83,067 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2023 79,032 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2023 79,032 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area fractured significantly reducing structural strength And front body mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Jul 2022 78,532 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Underbody corrosion to floor and suspension components

Pass 7 Jul 2021 78,282 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2019 47,963 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2017 76,508 miles

Both Front To Rear Brake Pipes Greased

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Front Service brake grabbing slightly (3.7.C.2)

Pass 3 Nov 2016 75,247 miles

under side getting rusty

Pass 12 Nov 2015 73,074 miles

under trays fitted

Pass 29 Oct 2014 71,143 miles
Pass 7 May 2014 69,399 miles
Pass 28 May 2013 66,316 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2011 61,724 miles

Both front swivel hubs are worn pitted ,corroded..

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 22 Jun 2011 61,724 miles

Both front swivel hubs are worn pitted ,corroded..

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 29 Jun 2010 46,255 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2010 45,718 miles

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

Pass 8 Apr 2009 44,168 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2008 43,102 miles

Front Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

slight leak of grease from offside front hub.

Pass 11 Apr 2008 43,102 miles

slight leak of grease from offside front hub.

Fail 5 Apr 2007 41,745 miles

Nearside Front Wheel insecure (4.2.A.1c)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 5 Apr 2007 41,745 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2006 37,854 miles

2 led/s in high level stop lamp inoperative

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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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BN52 VLE is a 2002 Suzuki Jimny in Blue with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 BN52 VLE, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BN52 VLE registered?

BN52 VLE is a 2002 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 23 September 2002.

Is BN52 VLE safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN52 VLE shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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