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GL02 VHH

2002 Suzuki Jimny

Red Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Aug 2019
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

71,563 mi
Last recorded71,563 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2018
Typical for 2002 Suzuki Jimny59,569 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL02 VHH
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Aug 2018 71,563 miles

Rear Body panel slightly loose (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

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

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 17 Aug 2018 71,563 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Rear Body panel slightly loose (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

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

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 2 Aug 2017 63,685 miles

front brakes worn

nearside front tyre 2mm outer edge

nearside rear inner sill surface rust

Pass 8 Aug 2016 58,792 miles

general surface rust metal pipes

offside rear tyre perished

Fail 8 Aug 2016 58,792 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

general surface rust metal pipes

offside rear tyre perished

Pass 23 Jul 2015 58,470 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2014 51,948 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2013 48,659 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2012 46,857 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2011 42,376 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

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

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Fail 29 Jun 2011 42,376 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c) DANGEROUS

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2) DANGEROUS

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

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

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 1 Jul 2010 39,652 miles

Damage To Nearside Front Body.

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)

Pass 23 Jun 2009 35,944 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2008 32,746 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2007 26,450 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2006 22,375 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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GL02 VHH is a 2002 Suzuki Jimny in Red with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 GL02 VHH, 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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GL02 VHH is a 2002 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 30 June 2002.

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