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EO51 DZB

2001 Suzuki Jimny

Black Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Feb 2027
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

59,221 mi
Last recorded59,221 miles
Recorded on2 Feb 2026
Typical for 2001 Suzuki Jimny60,732 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEO51 DZB
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 2 Feb 2026 59,221 miles

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

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

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

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

Fail 29 Jan 2026 59,221 miles

Offside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush so worn or insecure that directional stability is impaired (5.1.2 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

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

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

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

Fail 15 Jan 2020 59,215 miles

Central Front Exhaust system insecure bracket broken (6.1.2 (a))

Central Rear Exhaust system insecure bracket broken (6.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Brake pipe excessively corroded Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

Offside Front Suspension component leaking swivel joint (5.3.5 (c))

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

Nearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded and likely to fail (1.1.12 (f) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Axle swivel joint so worn or insecure in a stub axle that directional stability is impaired (5.1.2 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Central Front Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

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

Rear All position lamps slightly affected by the operation of another lamp both sides (4.2.3 (c))

Pass 24 Jan 2019 58,029 miles

Front both hub swivel joints rusty

Fail 24 Jan 2019 58,029 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Front both hub swivel joints rusty

Power steering fluid level below minimum and noisy (2.1.5 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Jan 2018 56,110 miles

Front both hub swivel joint rusty

engine management light on

Fail 24 Jan 2018 56,109 miles

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded x4 (3.6.B.2c)

Front both hub swivel joint rusty

engine management light on

Pass 16 Jan 2017 52,529 miles

engine management light on

exhaust rusty

Pass 25 Jan 2016 49,729 miles

Front swivel hub rusty both

exhaust rusty

Pass 26 Jan 2015 47,556 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2015 47,556 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 24 Jan 2014 45,366 miles

Temporary fuel cap fitted

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

exhaust rusty

front hub steering ball rusty

smell of petrol fume

Fail 24 Jan 2014 45,366 miles

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

Temporary fuel cap fitted

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

exhaust rusty

front hub steering ball rusty

smell of petrol fume

Pass 21 Jan 2013 42,932 miles

rear exhaust rusty

Pass 23 Jan 2012 40,977 miles

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

both front hub balls dry

rear exhaust rusty

Pass 25 Jan 2011 38,960 miles

Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

both front hub balls rusty

Pass 22 Jan 2010 36,910 miles

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

Pass 23 Jan 2009 34,219 miles

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

Pass 21 Jan 2008 29,430 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2007 23,711 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2006 42,155 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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EO51 DZB is a 2001 Suzuki Jimny in Black with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 EO51 DZB, 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 EO51 DZB registered?

EO51 DZB is a 2001 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 25 September 2001.

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The MOT history for EO51 DZB shows 21 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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