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HY02 KZC

2002 Suzuki Jimny

Red Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Mar 2027
Tests27 (17 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate63%

Mileage

97,797 mi
Last recorded97,797 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2026
Typical for 2002 Suzuki Jimny59,569 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHY02 KZC
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

17 pass 10 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2026 97,797 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2025 95,260 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2025 95,257 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 4 Mar 2024 92,348 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2021 90,950 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2021 90,950 miles

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

Fail 12 Oct 2021 90,935 miles

Central Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.2.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 17 Sep 2021 90,929 miles

Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases pipe corroded and leaking (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill to floor (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting floor over rear mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Central Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material on axel (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 26 Aug 2020 89,727 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2020 89,649 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

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

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

Pass 10 Aug 2019 84,196 miles

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

Pass 21 Aug 2018 78,376 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 21 Aug 2018 78,376 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Aug 2017 73,198 miles

brake pipes starting to corrode

Pass 23 Aug 2016 67,895 miles

front brake pipes slightly corroded

oil leak

Fail 19 Aug 2016 67,891 miles

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

front brake pipes slightly corroded

oil leak

Pass 21 Aug 2015 63,114 miles

front brake pipes corroded

oil leak

Pass 30 Jul 2014 56,879 miles

rear exhaust box rusty on the outer cover

Pass 15 Aug 2013 50,962 miles

offside rear tyre showing wear near limit

rear box & tail showing corrosion

Pass 29 Aug 2012 45,595 miles

rear box and tail showing corrosion

Pass 16 Sep 2011 40,095 miles

number plate lamps weak

Pass 4 Oct 2010 31,905 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2010 31,905 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

Offside front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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

Fail 22 Sep 2008 29,000 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 22 Sep 2008 29,000 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2006 24,098 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2006 24,098 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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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HY02 KZC is a 2002 Suzuki Jimny in Red with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63%.

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 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 HY02 KZC, 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 HY02 KZC registered?

HY02 KZC is a 2002 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 20 March 2002.

Is HY02 KZC safe to buy?

The MOT history for HY02 KZC shows 27 tests with a 63% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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