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J11 CGW

2001 Suzuki Jimny

Blue Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Feb 2027
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

92,266 mi
Last recorded92,266 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2026
Typical for 2001 Suzuki Jimny60,732 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ11 CGW
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2026 92,266 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Fail 15 Jan 2026 92,233 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner sill rotten (7.1.1 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers likely to become detached already detached (5.3.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Pass 6 Jan 2025 90,046 miles

Nearside Front Lower Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Jan 2024 85,467 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 15 Dec 2023 85,466 miles

Brake fluid significantly below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Nearside Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill area (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Axle swivel joint so worn or insecure in a stub axle that directional stability is impaired excessive movement (5.1.2 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing deteriorated / tyre size 205/70R15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing deteriorated (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing deteriorated (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing deteriorated (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security body mount Excessively corroded (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 6 Oct 2022 80,929 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2021 79,937 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2021 79,937 miles

Offside Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 9 Oct 2020 78,033 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2019 76,375 miles

Central Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 27 Nov 2018 74,790 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2018 74,790 miles

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

Pass 25 Jul 2018 74,654 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2017 70,584 miles

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

Rear sear belt torn and damaged but seats have been removed

Pass 18 Jan 2016 66,162 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2015 58,177 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2013 54,141 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2012 50,982 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2012 43,923 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2011 41,489 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2010 36,872 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2009 33,975 miles

advise front brake pipes starting to corrode

Pass 22 Apr 2008 30,649 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2007 24,962 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2006 18,567 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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J11 CGW is a 2001 Suzuki Jimny in Blue with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84%.

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 J11 CGW, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was J11 CGW registered?

J11 CGW is a 2001 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 3 May 2001.

Is J11 CGW safe to buy?

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