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DE02 LMX

2002 Suzuki Jimny

Green Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Nov 2020
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

60,914 mi
Last recorded60,914 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2020
Typical for 2002 Suzuki Jimny59,569 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE02 LMX
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2002
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Fail 10 Nov 2020 60,914 miles

Central Front Exhaust system insecure cracked at front pipe at catalyst (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear valve (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced central at transfer box mounting (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Offside Rear Outer Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced close to shocker mount (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material from valve to cylinder (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material from valve to cylinder (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 11 May 2019 58,401 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all rear pipes (1.1.11 (c))

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

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 3 May 2019 58,401 miles

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

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

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all rear pipes (1.1.11 (c))

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

Central Rear boot floor corroded but not near any prescribed areas

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 18 Jun 2018 56,977 miles

Central Rear Floor not fully secure boot floor but not near any prescribed areas (6.2.4 (a) (i))

Fail 18 Jun 2018 56,977 miles

Central Rear Floor not fully secure boot floor but not near any prescribed areas (6.2.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 5 Jul 2017 54,307 miles

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

Pass 30 Jun 2016 52,842 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2015 48,456 miles

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

Pass 3 Jul 2014 47,352 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2014 47,352 miles

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

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

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

Offside Outer Front Lower Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)

Gearbox mounting defective

Pass 30 Aug 2013 45,317 miles

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

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

front to rear brake pipes covered in sealant

sills cover fitted

Pass 15 Jun 2012 40,983 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Jun 2011 35,642 miles

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

Pass 9 Jun 2010 59,902 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2009
Pass 29 May 2008 21,738 miles
Fail 29 May 2008 21,738 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 18 May 2007 15,322 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2006 12,134 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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DE02 LMX is a 2002 Suzuki Jimny in Green with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 DE02 LMX, 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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DE02 LMX is a 2002 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 27 May 2002.

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