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DX51 VRM

2001 Suzuki Jimny

Silver Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2024
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

71,129 mi
Last recorded71,129 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2023
Typical for 2001 Suzuki Jimny60,732 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX51 VRM
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2023 71,129 miles

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

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

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Greased (1.1.11 (c))

Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Jun 2022 67,733 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2022 67,688 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Front silencer. (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 26 Apr 2021 64,723 miles

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

Pass 14 Feb 2014 63,539 miles

Nearside rear tyre perished on outer face.

Pass 14 May 2010 60,669 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

engine light on

Pass 11 May 2009 56,375 miles
Fail 11 May 2009 56,375 miles

Nearside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 16 May 2008 52,096 miles

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

N/S/F brake binding slightly

Nearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

O/S washer partially blocked

Offside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Rear wiper blade split

Fail 1 Jun 2007 47,615 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Power steering belt starting to deteriorate

Pass 1 Jun 2007 47,615 miles

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

Power steering belt starting to deteriorate

Pass 22 Jun 2006 44,633 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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DX51 VRM is a 2001 Suzuki Jimny in Silver with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 DX51 VRM, 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 DX51 VRM registered?

DX51 VRM is a 2001 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 22 October 2001.

Is DX51 VRM safe to buy?

The MOT history for DX51 VRM shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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