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EY52 BFO

2002 Suzuki Jimny

Silver Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Nov 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

76,440 mi
Last recorded76,440 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2025
Typical for 2002 Suzuki Jimny59,569 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEY52 BFO
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2025 76,440 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

front and rear suspension components showing varying degrees of surface corrosion.

n/s and o/s/r inner sills corroded.

Pass 8 Nov 2024 74,269 miles

both rear inner sills corroded.

fuel pipes corroded.

no rear seats fitted at time of test

sill covers fitted.

Pass 16 Nov 2023 70,880 miles

all four tyres perished.

n/s and o/s/r inner sills corroded.

outer sill covers fitted

rear coil springs corroded.

rear silencer deteriorated.

Pass 30 Sep 2022 67,339 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Fail 27 Sep 2022 67,332 miles

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Pass 17 Dec 2021 66,666 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2020 64,216 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2020 61,191 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2018 57,037 miles

Rear Exhaust box deteriorated

Fail 28 Dec 2018 57,037 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Exhaust box deteriorated

Pass 8 Nov 2017 54,608 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2016 53,013 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2015 50,511 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2014 47,835 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2013 44,850 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2012 42,236 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2011 40,013 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

o/s/f tractor joint leaking

registration plate obscured (6.3.1d)

Pass 12 Nov 2011 40,013 miles

o/s/f tractor joint leaking

Pass 15 Nov 2010 36,687 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2009 31,378 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2008 27,446 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2007 24,228 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2006 21,869 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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EY52 BFO is a 2002 Suzuki Jimny in Silver 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 EY52 BFO, 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 EY52 BFO registered?

EY52 BFO is a 2002 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 7 October 2002.

Is EY52 BFO safe to buy?

The MOT history for EY52 BFO shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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