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BX52 SXW

2002 Suzuki Jimny

Black Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Nov 2022
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

97,538 mi
Last recorded97,538 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2021
Typical for 2002 Suzuki Jimny59,569 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBX52 SXW
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Nov 2021 97,538 miles

Front Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Coolant leak ()

Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Fuel Pipe/s corroded front to rear ()

Rear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Nov 2020 95,904 miles
Pass 10 May 2019 88,902 miles
Pass 11 May 2018 86,145 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2017 84,562 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded all front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

both side inner sills rusty

exhaust rusty

vehicle underside showing signs of surface rust

Pass 23 Dec 2016 81,967 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded all front pipes to front corroded but clear line obtained for test (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint is slightly worn spherical joint misting (2.5.C.1b)

Pass 27 Jan 2015 79,942 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2015 79,936 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 8 Feb 2014 79,045 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2014 79,045 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 4 Feb 2013 75,335 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2013 75,315 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 8 Feb 2012 60,176 miles

rear heatshield slightly corroded

Pass 1 Aug 2011 56,809 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2010 49,923 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2009 43,046 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2008 35,454 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2007 30,281 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Lower Power steering pump has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

o/s/f spot lamp insecure

Pass 4 Sep 2006 27,101 miles

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

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

Fail 4 Sep 2006 27,101 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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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BX52 SXW is a 2002 Suzuki Jimny in Black with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 BX52 SXW, 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.

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BX52 SXW is a 2002 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 1 September 2002.

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