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FM02 TXA

2002 Suzuki Jimny

Silver Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Aug 2023
Tests25 (18 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate72%

Mileage

105,890 mi
Last recorded105,890 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2022
Typical for 2002 Suzuki Jimny59,569 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM02 TXA
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

18 pass 7 fail
Pass 10 Aug 2022 105,890 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2021 103,590 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2021 103,581 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2021 103,580 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Outer Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill and wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced behind rear wheel arch where body fastens to chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill and wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced behind rear wheel arch where body fastens to chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 3 Oct 2020 101,626 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2020 101,626 miles

Offside Front Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel low effort (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Sep 2019 99,971 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2019 99,971 miles

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

Pass 16 Oct 2018 96,366 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2018 96,345 miles

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

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

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))

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

Rear Brake load sensing valve linkage defective and function impaired (1.1.17 (a))

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

both front hubs slight leak

near side and offside front inner wings and front cross member

rear seat belts not inspected

Pass 7 Jul 2017 94,158 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2016 92,652 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2015 90,640 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 2 Jul 2014 88,179 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

slight lift in both sides king pins

slight oil leak on nearside front tractor joint

Pass 13 Jun 2013 83,385 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2013 83,385 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)

Fail 20 Jun 2012 77,715 miles

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

Pass 20 Jun 2012 77,715 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2011 70,697 miles

Corrosion to brake pipes

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 30 Jun 2010 64,689 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2009 59,629 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2008 52,079 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2007 45,512 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2006 34,232 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2006 34,232 miles

Offside Front Axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering (2.5.A.3a)

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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FM02 TXA 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 72%.

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 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 FM02 TXA, 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 FM02 TXA registered?

FM02 TXA is a 2002 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 26 June 2002.

Is FM02 TXA safe to buy?

The MOT history for FM02 TXA shows 25 tests with a 72% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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