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HX51 EMJ

2001 Suzuki Jimny

Black Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Aug 2018
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

Typical for 2001 Suzuki Jimny60,732 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHX51 EMJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Fail 20 Aug 2018

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front All outline marker lamps light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim not tested no pattern (4.1.2 (b))

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front All outline marker lamps light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim not tested no pattern (4.1.2 (b))

Offside Rear Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced wheel arch/body panel area (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Body mounting fixings insecure such that stability is seriously impaired corroded away (holed) (6.2.2 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside number plate light inoperative

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive onto exhaust system (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Aug 2017
Fail 21 Aug 2017

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 22 Aug 2016 71,355 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2016 71,350 miles

Offside Upper Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded across axle (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 28 Aug 2015 64,508 miles

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Fail 4 Aug 2014 57,973 miles

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

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

front swivel joint pitted

Pass 4 Aug 2014 57,973 miles

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

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

front swivel joint pitted

Pass 25 Jul 2013 54,722 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2012 54,722 miles

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Fail 1 Aug 2012 54,722 miles

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

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

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Fail 1 Aug 2011 54,020 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Pass 1 Aug 2011 54,020 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2010 50,294 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2009 43,120 miles
Pass 24 May 2008 42,208 miles
Pass 26 May 2007 38,489 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2005 31,029 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Pass 17 Sep 2005 31,029 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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HX51 EMJ is a 2001 Suzuki Jimny in Black with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

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 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 HX51 EMJ, 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 HX51 EMJ registered?

HX51 EMJ is a 2001 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 1 September 2001.

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The MOT history for HX51 EMJ shows 19 tests with a 63.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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