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J11 NMX

2002 Suzuki Jimny

Grey Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Sep 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

71,336 mi
Last recorded71,336 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2025
Typical for 2002 Suzuki Jimny59,569 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ11 NMX
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2025 71,336 miles

Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Cab mounting fixing insecure, but overall security not significantly reduced (6.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Cab mounting fixing insecure, but overall security not significantly reduced (6.2.2 (c) (i))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 3 Sep 2024 70,603 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

no rear seats fitted

Fail 1 Jul 2024 70,602 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Driver's airbag missing (7.1.5 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate inscription missing Not visible spare wheel covering plate. (0.1 (b))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

Nearside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush so worn or insecure that directional stability is impaired (5.1.2 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Wheel bearing play so excessive that directional control is impaired (5.1.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Wheel bearing so rough it is likely to overheat or break up (5.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Body mounting fixing insecure, but overall security not significantly reduced Both front body mountings corroded but body secure. (6.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Centre bush in arm. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

No rear seats fitted seat belts not fully checked.

O/s reverse lamp inop but registered before 2009

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Centre bush in arm. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

Tow bar hitch missing.

This vehicle in my opinion should not leave these premises due to the severe nature of the defects noted. A full lift recovery is advised.

Pass 12 Jul 2023 69,233 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2022 67,701 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2020 61,410 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play rear arm (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front slight play found at road wheel

vehicle has been under sealed

Pass 10 Dec 2019 53,155 miles

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

Slight play found at both front road wheels

Vehicle under body fully under sealed

Pass 21 Aug 2018 43,767 miles

Front Outer outriggers slight corrosion

Nearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Fail 16 Aug 2018 43,754 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Front Outer outriggers slight corrosion

Nearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 19 Aug 2017 38,518 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2009 35,390 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2008 32,722 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2007 29,038 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2006 26,450 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 NMX is a 2002 Suzuki Jimny in Grey with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 J11 NMX, 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.

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What year was J11 NMX registered?

J11 NMX is a 2002 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 5 January 2002.

Is J11 NMX safe to buy?

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