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DA52 JYE

2002 Suzuki Jimny

Blue Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Sep 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

106,739 mi
Last recorded106,739 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2025
Typical for 2002 Suzuki Jimny59,569 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDA52 JYE
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2025 106,739 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security To the rear of wheel arch (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Lower Brake pedal has slight reserve travel

Offside Rear Lower Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Under wheel arch to rear (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner and outer (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 10 Sep 2024 100,487 miles

Heavy surface corrosion to underside of vehicle

Pass 11 Sep 2023 98,451 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2023 98,430 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Sep 2022 95,693 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Middle to rear (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 4 Sep 2021 94,250 miles

Offside Front offside front axle swivel housing leak

Pass 18 Jul 2020 92,670 miles

Nearside Inner Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 14 Jun 2019 92,004 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2018 89,155 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 11 Jun 2018 89,154 miles

Front Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

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

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 14 Jun 2017 86,289 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded Rear of both front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 13 Jun 2016 82,696 miles

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

Pass 16 Jun 2015 78,523 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2014 75,333 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2013 71,969 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2013 71,961 miles

Nearside Front Axle swivel joint has excessive movement between a swivel joint and its housing (2.5.A.1b)

Pass 22 Jun 2012 69,431 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2011 66,763 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2010 62,166 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2009 43,888 miles

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

Pass 24 Dec 2007 41,860 miles

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

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

heat shield insucure exhaust

Pass 5 Dec 2006 38,048 miles

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

Pass 13 Dec 2005 28,291 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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DA52 JYE 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 87%.

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 DA52 JYE, 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 DA52 JYE registered?

DA52 JYE is a 2002 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 20 December 2002.

Is DA52 JYE safe to buy?

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