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HX51 VPK

2001 Suzuki Jimny

Blue Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Dec 2026
Tests26 (20 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

44,187 mi
Last recorded44,187 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2025
Typical for 2001 Suzuki Jimny60,732 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHX51 VPK
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

20 pass 6 fail
Pass 20 Nov 2025 44,187 miles

Central Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Dec 2024 43,891 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2023 43,862 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2023 43,831 miles

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Mar 2022 43,659 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2021 43,341 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2021 43,309 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 17 Mar 2020 43,048 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2019 42,615 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2019 42,614 miles

Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 9 Apr 2018 42,088 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2017 41,223 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2017 41,195 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 9 Mar 2016 36,541 miles

rear exhaust box deteriorating

rear seats removed

Pass 13 Mar 2015 35,775 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2015 35,775 miles

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

Oil leak

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

Pass 14 Mar 2014 33,675 miles

Rear Fuel pipe slightly damaged (7.2.2)

rear and centre exhaust hangers slightly corroded

Fail 13 Mar 2014 33,675 miles

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Rear Fuel pipe slightly damaged (7.2.2)

rear and centre exhaust hangers slightly corroded

Pass 23 Jan 2013 32,939 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

start of wear on front Brake discs and pads

Pass 3 Feb 2012 30,797 miles

Engine Management Light remains illuminated

Oil leak

Pass 7 Feb 2011 28,361 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2010 26,126 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2009 23,093 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2008 20,039 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2007 14,126 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2006 8,334 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 VPK is a 2001 Suzuki Jimny in Blue with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 HX51 VPK, 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 VPK registered?

HX51 VPK is a 2001 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 16 November 2001.

Is HX51 VPK safe to buy?

The MOT history for HX51 VPK shows 26 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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