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FX02 RRU

2002 Suzuki Jimny

Red Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Jul 2027
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

71,681 mi
Last recorded71,681 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2026
Typical for 2002 Suzuki Jimny59,569 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX02 RRU
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2026 71,681 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2026 71,677 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Jul 2025 70,403 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2025 70,361 miles

Nearside Front Fluid leak harmful to the environment or a risk to other road users (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

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

Pass 26 Jun 2024 67,359 miles

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

Central exhaust hanger detached but secure

Nearside Outer CV housing leaking

Pass 22 Jun 2023 62,348 miles

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

Fail 22 Jun 2023 62,348 miles

Nearside Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle nearside 50% lower (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

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

Pass 29 Jun 2022 55,890 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2021 44,718 miles

Nearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 Mar 2020 36,673 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2019 30,919 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2018 27,131 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2017 24,432 miles

Offside Front Axle swivel joint has slight play leaking oil and grease (2.5.A.3b)

Pass 12 Feb 2016 21,566 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2015 19,229 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2014 15,864 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2013 12,645 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2012 10,241 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2011 7,586 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2010 5,452 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2009 3,987 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2008 3,850 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2007 3,587 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2006 3,146 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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FX02 RRU is a 2002 Suzuki Jimny in Red with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 FX02 RRU, 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 FX02 RRU registered?

FX02 RRU is a 2002 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 7 March 2002.

Is FX02 RRU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FX02 RRU shows 24 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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