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HJ52 FPT

2002 Suzuki Jimny

Silver Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Sep 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

100,839 mi
Last recorded100,839 miles
Recorded on13 Sep 2025
Typical for 2002 Suzuki Jimny59,569 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHJ52 FPT
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Sep 2025 100,839 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2024 94,264 miles

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

Pass 22 May 2019 92,977 miles

Central Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

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

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All pipes to rear of vehicle slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 2 Jun 2018 91,695 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2017 88,719 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2016 84,288 miles

both front shock absorbers lower bushes starting to perish

both front tyres starting to perish

Fail 6 Jun 2016 84,288 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

both front shock absorbers lower bushes starting to perish

both front tyres starting to perish

Pass 5 Jun 2015 80,612 miles

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

Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 5 Jun 2014 77,167 miles

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

Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 31 May 2013 74,173 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2012 71,125 miles

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 26 May 2011 66,797 miles
Pass 25 May 2010 59,595 miles

Nearside rear tyre perished and has deep cuts in tread

Offside front tyre perished and worn on inner edge

Power steering belt badly perished

Pass 27 May 2009 52,117 miles

oil leak from n/s/f outer drive coupling

Fail 26 May 2009 52,111 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

oil leak from n/s/f outer drive coupling

Pass 20 Nov 2007 41,115 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2006 37,279 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2005 30,347 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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HJ52 FPT is a 2002 Suzuki Jimny in Silver with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 HJ52 FPT, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HJ52 FPT registered?

HJ52 FPT is a 2002 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 5 November 2002.

Is HJ52 FPT safe to buy?

The MOT history for HJ52 FPT shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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