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GV51 EGX

2002 Suzuki Jimny

Green Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Dec 2024
Tests26 (19 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate73.1%

Mileage

127,239 mi
Last recorded127,239 miles
Recorded on20 Dec 2023
Typical for 2002 Suzuki Jimny59,569 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV51 EGX
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2002
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

19 pass 7 fail
Pass 20 Dec 2023 127,239 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2023 127,234 miles

Battery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))

Brake modification unsafe handbreke working on hydraulic no mechanical means of of opperation (1.1.21 (d) (i))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Brake load sensing valve missing where fitted as standard (1.1.17 (d)) DANGEROUS

Gearbox mounting defective transfer box mounts loose on chassis ()

Pass 15 Sep 2022 124,971 miles

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

Parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated modified system (1.1.6 (d))

Fail 8 Sep 2022 124,965 miles

Headlamp not working on main beam both (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively twisted (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

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

Nearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Body mounting fixings insecure bolt missing (6.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Side repeater lens defective such that the emitted light is adversely affected missing (4.4.1 (b) (ii))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear brake hose insecurely mounted

Offside Front Brake hose slightly chafed fouling chassis (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated modified system (1.1.6 (d))

Pass 5 Nov 2021 124,069 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2020 122,669 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2019 119,200 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Swept (3.2 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Zone A (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Sep 2018 117,349 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2m/m (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Oct 2017 99,021 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2017 99,021 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 20 Oct 2016 88,964 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2015 80,658 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2014 79,662 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2014 79,662 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 13 Jan 2014 78,991 miles

rear ex weak & rusty just passable

Pass 14 Jan 2013 77,744 miles

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

ex rusty at rear

Pass 24 Jan 2012 75,871 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2011 64,787 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 26 Jan 2011 64,787 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 4 Jan 2010 56,029 miles

Nearside Rear 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 18 Dec 2008 49,302 miles

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

Fail 18 Dec 2008 49,302 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

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

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

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Fail 11 Dec 2007 43,638 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 11 Dec 2007 43,638 miles

Offside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 18 Dec 2006 36,332 miles

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

Pass 6 Dec 2005 29,397 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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GV51 EGX is a 2002 Suzuki Jimny in Green with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.1%.

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 GV51 EGX, 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 GV51 EGX registered?

GV51 EGX is a 2002 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 4 January 2002.

Is GV51 EGX safe to buy?

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