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GN51 HRU

2001 Suzuki Jimny

Blue Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Aug 2027
Tests26 (21 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80.8%

Mileage

40,157 mi
Last recorded40,157 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2026
Typical for 2001 Suzuki Jimny60,732 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN51 HRU
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

21 pass 5 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2026 40,157 miles

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

Lower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded

Pass 28 Jul 2025 38,766 miles

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

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 205-70-15 96S (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 31 Jul 2024 37,382 miles

Exhaust mounting defective middle (6.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 31 Jul 2023 35,771 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2022 33,988 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2021 32,354 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2020 30,654 miles

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

Pass 2 Aug 2019 28,755 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2019 28,755 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Jul 2018 26,782 miles

steering oil pipes coroded

Pass 26 Jul 2017 24,763 miles

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

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

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

eml light on

oil feed pipes corroded

Pass 11 Jul 2016 23,041 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Jul 2015 22,176 miles

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

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

oil feed steering pipes corroded

Pass 8 Jul 2014 21,393 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2014 21,393 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 12 Jul 2013 20,533 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2013 20,532 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 12 Jul 2012 19,550 miles

both rear tyres are perishing

front metal brake pipes are corroding

light corrosion on front brake discs

nearside front tyre is low on the outer edge

nearside front tyre is perishing

rear axle bushes are perishing

rear metal brake pipes are corroding

Pass 15 Jun 2011 18,477 miles

both rear tyres are cracking and perishing

centre exhaust and hanger brackets are corroded

front brake discs are corroded

front metal brake pipes are corroding

nearside front tyre is low on the outer edge

rear silencer is corroded

Pass 17 Jun 2010 16,689 miles

slight corrosion on front brake pipes above axel

Fail 28 Jul 2009 14,424 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 28 Jul 2009 14,424 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2008 12,073 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 24 Jan 2007 11,251 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Pass 24 Jan 2007 11,251 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2006 10,113 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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GN51 HRU is a 2001 Suzuki Jimny in Blue with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80.8%.

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 GN51 HRU, 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 GN51 HRU registered?

GN51 HRU is a 2001 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 10 September 2001.

Is GN51 HRU safe to buy?

The MOT history for GN51 HRU shows 26 tests with a 80.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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