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GV51 GTZ

2001 Suzuki Jimny

Black Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Nov 2015
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

93,470 mi
Last recorded93,470 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2014
Typical for 2001 Suzuki Jimny60,732 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV51 GTZ
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Nov 2014 93,470 miles

exhaust corroded

grease around front hubs and play in front hubs

Pass 25 Oct 2013 92,079 miles

Engine MIL illuminated

Offside front sphere leaking

nearside front sphere leaking

Pass 21 Aug 2012 110,813 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2012 110,813 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

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

Pass 20 Oct 2011 77,788 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2010 74,288 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2010 74,288 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f) DANGEROUS

Pass 8 Dec 2009 69,847 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Dec 2008
Pass 13 Nov 2007 54,324 miles

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

both front wipers worn

chip on screen only just within limit

tailpipe rusty but not leaking

Pass 27 Oct 2006 47,567 miles

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

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

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 GTZ is a 2001 Suzuki Jimny in Black with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 GV51 GTZ, 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.

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What year was GV51 GTZ registered?

GV51 GTZ is a 2001 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 9 November 2001.

Is GV51 GTZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for GV51 GTZ shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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