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CW51 BYT

2001 Suzuki Jimny

Silver Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Oct 2019
Tests22 (14 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

128,960 mi
Last recorded128,960 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2019
Typical for 2001 Suzuki Jimny60,732 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCW51 BYT
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

14 pass 8 fail
Fail 18 Sep 2019 128,960 miles

Emissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases centre pipe broken (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded main on chassis (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner sill entre length (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded on chassis (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner sill entre length (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded both from load valve to hoses (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded on axle (both) (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Fluid leaking continuously posing a serious risk to road safety swivel leaking around brakes (8.4.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Offside Front Fluid leak, but not excessive swivel joint (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Sep 2018 124,509 miles

BOTH FRONT TYRES SLIGHTLY CRACKED

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material BOTH MAIN (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 27 Sep 2017 120,603 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 24 Sep 2016 116,112 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded MAIN (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 23 Sep 2016 116,112 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Brake pipe slightly corroded MAIN (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 28 Sep 2015 111,648 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded BOTH MAIN (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 2 Oct 2014 106,870 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2014 106,870 miles

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

Pass 11 Sep 2013 101,009 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2013 101,009 miles

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 20 Aug 2012 95,760 miles

both front tyre inner walls slightly cracked

Fail 20 Aug 2012 95,760 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

both front tyre inner walls slightly cracked

Pass 12 Aug 2011 90,281 miles

Offside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

all 4 tyres surface cracks

nearside and offside front axle swivels corroded

Pass 23 Nov 2010 85,753 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2010 85,753 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Pass 7 Dec 2009 80,028 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2009 80,028 miles

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.6.2b)

Pass 12 Dec 2008 75,910 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2008 75,910 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 15 May 2008 74,623 miles
Pass 15 May 2007 73,813 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 18 Apr 2006 71,675 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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CW51 BYT is a 2001 Suzuki Jimny in Silver with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 CW51 BYT, 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.

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What year was CW51 BYT registered?

CW51 BYT is a 2001 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 31 December 2001.

Is CW51 BYT safe to buy?

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