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FG52 DNU

2002 Suzuki Jimny

Silver Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Sep 2025
Tests25 (20 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

117,806 mi
Last recorded117,806 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2025
Typical for 2002 Suzuki Jimny59,569 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG52 DNU
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

20 pass 5 fail
Fail 15 Sep 2025 117,806 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sill body mount area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced body mount area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sill/ body mount area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced rear body mount area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Upper Brake pipe excessively corroded along chassis (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported along axil (1.1.11 (d) (i))

Pass 18 Sep 2024 113,583 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2024 113,579 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Jan 2024 110,284 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both rear. (1.1.11 (c))

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Pass 20 Jan 2023 100,809 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin 75% worn (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material centre of vehicle (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Fuel Pipe/s corroded centre of vehicle ()

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

Pass 21 Jan 2022 93,869 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2022 93,868 miles

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

Pass 22 Jan 2021 84,600 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2021 84,600 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Pass 23 Jul 2019 75,568 miles

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

Pass 16 Oct 2018 71,669 miles

nearside rear tyre worn to 1.6mm legal limit

Pass 17 Oct 2017 65,553 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2016 59,186 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2015 52,460 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2014 46,209 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2013 40,438 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2012 36,397 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Offside Front suspension has slight movement at a suspension ball joint (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

nearside rear Tyre cracking

offside front suspension joint slight leak

offside rear Tyre cracking

Pass 12 Oct 2011 36,393 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Front suspension has slight movement at a suspension ball joint (2.5.A.1c)

osf suspension joint leaking

Pass 12 Oct 2010 35,683 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 13 Oct 2009 32,893 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2008 30,798 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2008 30,798 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 17 Oct 2007 24,039 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2006 19,585 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2005 15,739 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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FG52 DNU is a 2002 Suzuki Jimny in Silver with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 FG52 DNU, 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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What year was FG52 DNU registered?

FG52 DNU is a 2002 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 27 September 2002.

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