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FL51 FPU

2001 Suzuki Jimny

Silver Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Mar 2023
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

63,033 mi
Last recorded63,033 miles
Recorded on8 Mar 2023
Typical for 2001 Suzuki Jimny60,732 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL51 FPU
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Fail 8 Mar 2023 63,033 miles

Body component corroded and likely to cause injury Both rear inner arches by mountings (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength nearside rear sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Mar 2022 61,863 miles

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

Fail 4 Mar 2022 61,856 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced INNER SILL (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe connection leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 17 Feb 2021 60,569 miles

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 7 Feb 2020 59,043 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2019 56,819 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Front front hub seal damp with oil (both)

exhaust back box outer skin

Pass 8 Feb 2018 51,036 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded brake pipes from compensation valve to wheel cylinders (3.6.B.2c)

Brake pipe slightly corroded brake pipes to compensation valve (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Rear Body has slight corrosion boot floor (6.1.B.2)

Fail 7 Feb 2018 51,036 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded inner sill (5.2.6)

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded inner sill (5.2.6)

Brake pipe slightly corroded brake pipes from compensation valve to wheel cylinders (3.6.B.2c)

Brake pipe slightly corroded brake pipes to compensation valve (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Rear Body has slight corrosion boot floor (6.1.B.2)

Pass 26 Jan 2017 43,390 miles

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

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

exhaust system detorating

front near side tyre wearing on outer shoulder

Fail 26 Jan 2017 43,390 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

exhaust system detorating

front near side tyre wearing on outer shoulder

Pass 5 Feb 2016 34,061 miles

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

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

engine light on

oil leak

various corrosion to underbody

Pass 30 Jan 2015 31,661 miles

both front tyres worn on outer edge

engine light on

exhaust corroded

slight corrosion to brake pipes

Fail 30 Jan 2015 31,661 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

both front tyres worn on outer edge

engine light on

exhaust corroded

slight corrosion to brake pipes

Pass 31 Jan 2014 28,706 miles

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

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

exhaust corroded

slight corrosion to brake pipes

slight corrosion to chassis and inner sills

slight corrosion to pipes

slight play in both rear axle bushes

suspension bushes perished

Pass 25 Jan 2013 25,720 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

eng lamp on

Pass 23 Jan 2012 23,398 miles

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

Pass 25 Jan 2011 21,431 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2010 18,635 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2009 16,379 miles

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

Pass 29 Jan 2008 13,627 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2006 11,478 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2005 9,891 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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FL51 FPU is a 2001 Suzuki Jimny in Silver with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 FL51 FPU, 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 FL51 FPU registered?

FL51 FPU is a 2001 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 29 September 2001.

Is FL51 FPU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FL51 FPU shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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