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BV52 KMU

2002 Suzuki Jimny

Blue Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Aug 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

86,686 mi
Last recorded86,686 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2025
Typical for 2002 Suzuki Jimny59,569 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV52 KMU
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2025 86,686 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2024 86,338 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2023 85,701 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2022 84,795 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2021 83,184 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2020 82,163 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2019 76,299 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2019 76,298 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Jan 2018 72,016 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2017 66,796 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2016 63,585 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2015 59,789 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2013 54,942 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2013 51,736 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2012 47,955 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2010 45,147 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2009 42,628 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2008 25,484 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2007 35,898 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2006 29,006 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

body damage

marks to body

fluid residue master cylinder to servo paint bubbling no leak whilst testing

half centre stop lamp working

Pass 12 Oct 2006 29,006 miles

body damage

marks to body

fluid residue master cylinder to servo paint bubbling no leak whilst testing

half centre stop lamp working

Pass 14 Oct 2005 22,599 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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BV52 KMU is a 2002 Suzuki Jimny in Blue with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 BV52 KMU, 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 BV52 KMU registered?

BV52 KMU is a 2002 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 5 September 2002.

Is BV52 KMU safe to buy?

The MOT history for BV52 KMU shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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