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DE51 YUO

2001 Suzuki Jimny

Silver Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jan 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

84,178 mi
Last recorded84,178 miles
Recorded on10 Jan 2025
Typical for 2001 Suzuki Jimny60,732 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE51 YUO
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Jan 2025 84,178 miles

Coil spring corroded ALL (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both (5.3.2 (b))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced general surface corrosion (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Integral body structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Sep 2023 83,912 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 27 May 2022 83,020 miles
Pass 25 May 2021 81,687 miles
Fail 17 May 2021 81,679 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 19 May 2020 79,748 miles

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 22 May 2018 78,452 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

outer sill covers fitted obscuring components

Pass 19 May 2017 76,599 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 2 May 2016 74,518 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

nearside and offside inner sill's corrosion

outer sill covers fitted obscuring outer sill's

rear floor section under rear seats corrosion in area's

Pass 23 Apr 2015 72,192 miles

nearside and offside outer sill covers fitted can not check condition of outer sill's

nearside and offside rear floor under rear seat corrosion

Pass 1 May 2014 69,984 miles

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

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

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

Pass 22 Mar 2013 66,879 miles

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

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 14 Mar 2012 62,388 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

exhaust deteriorated

Pass 30 Mar 2011 58,173 miles

coolant leak from radiator

exhaust showing corrosion

front to rear fuel pipes showing corrosion

small chip in screen

Fail 29 Mar 2011 58,173 miles

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

coolant leak from radiator

exhaust showing corrosion

front to rear fuel pipes showing corrosion

front to rear metal brake pipe showing corrosion

rear metal brake pipes showing corrosion

small chip in screen

Pass 24 Mar 2010 54,527 miles

exhaust tail section showing corrosion.

rear metal brake pipes showing corrosion

Pass 17 Feb 2009 50,319 miles

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

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

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

Fail 22 Feb 2008 46,754 miles

A slight misting of oil around both rear shock absorbers

Corrosion to exhaust back box

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 22 Feb 2008 46,754 miles

A slight misting of oil around both rear shock absorbers

Corrosion to exhaust back box

Pass 19 Feb 2007 41,586 miles

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

Pass 7 Feb 2006 33,944 miles

n/s/front tyre cracks and worn on outer edge.

o/s/front tyre cracks.

rear wiper blade split.

screen chipped in zone A

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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DE51 YUO is a 2001 Suzuki Jimny in Silver with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 DE51 YUO, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DE51 YUO registered?

DE51 YUO is a 2001 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 13 November 2001.

Is DE51 YUO safe to buy?

The MOT history for DE51 YUO shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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