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BP51 TNU

2001 Suzuki Jimny

Red Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Dec 2017
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

86,394 mi
Last recorded86,394 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2016
Typical for 2001 Suzuki Jimny60,732 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBP51 TNU
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Dec 2016 86,394 miles

Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch ()

Fail 25 Nov 2016 86,379 miles

Driver's airbag obviously defective (5.4.1)

Nearside Front Panhard rod has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch ()

Pass 30 Nov 2015 85,895 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2015 85,878 miles

Centre Brake pipe excessively corroded both (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 14 Nov 2014 84,329 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2014 84,323 miles

Offside Drag link end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front Axle swivel joint has excessive play (2.5.A.3b)

Offside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 7 Nov 2013 82,801 miles

Nearside Front Panhard rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 2 Nov 2012 80,829 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2011 78,724 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2010 28,633 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2009 74,726 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2008 51,523 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2008 50,472 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Front Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 15 Aug 2007 44,443 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2006 38,687 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2005 34,168 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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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BP51 TNU is a 2001 Suzuki Jimny in Red with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 BP51 TNU, 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 BP51 TNU registered?

BP51 TNU is a 2001 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 30 November 2001.

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