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GX51 TWJ

2001 Suzuki Jimny

Black Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 May 2023
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

105,682 mi
Last recorded105,682 miles
Recorded on20 May 2022
Typical for 2001 Suzuki Jimny60,732 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX51 TWJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 May 2022 105,682 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2022 105,684 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Headlamp aim too low both (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded middle (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Jun 2019 102,675 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

corrosion to underside of vehicle

underside thick with mud

Fail 3 Jun 2019 102,669 miles

Front Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

corrosion to underside of vehicle

underside thick with mud

Pass 3 Jan 2018 101,783 miles

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 5 Jan 2017 99,715 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 4 Jan 2017 99,708 miles

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 5 Jan 2016 96,575 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2015 93,959 miles

Offside Panhard rod has slight play in a pin bearing (2.4.G.2)

Pass 30 Dec 2013 90,364 miles

Nearside Front Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 30 Jan 2013 77,795 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2012 72,672 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Pass 1 Feb 2010 64,065 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2009 54,019 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2008 44,836 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2007 33,862 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2007 33,862 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 30 Jan 2006 23,909 miles

slight corrotion exhaust rear box outer

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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GX51 TWJ is a 2001 Suzuki Jimny in Black with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 GX51 TWJ, 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 GX51 TWJ registered?

GX51 TWJ is a 2001 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 12 September 2001.

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