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J12 MNY

2000 Suzuki Sj 413QB Ja Samurai

Black Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Nov 2025
Tests14 (8 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

58,652 mi
Last recorded58,652 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2024
Typical for 2000 Suzuki Sj 413QB Ja Samurai56,020 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ12 MNY
MakeSuzuki
ModelSj 413QB Ja Samurai
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc
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MOT History

8 pass 6 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2024 58,652 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2024 58,652 miles

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

Pass 2 Jul 2020 56,020 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2017 54,664 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2016 50,054 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2012 48,077 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2012 48,509 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has an excessively worn shock absorber pivot (2.7.4)

Nearside Front Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has an excessively worn shock absorber pivot (2.7.4)

Offside Front Trailing arm locating pin locking pin locking device not properly locked (2.4.G.3b)

Offside Front Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Side repeater insecure (1.4.A.2b)

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Steering damper deformed and unserviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Steering damper leaking oil (2.2.C.1f)

Air bag lamp illuminated

Pass 23 Dec 2010 44,456 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2010 44,451 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Offside Rear fog lamp obviously incorrectly positioned (1.3.2a)

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

Nearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c) DANGEROUS

Pass 22 Aug 2008 43,648 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 13 Aug 2008 43,642 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 30 May 2008 43,637 miles

Offside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (4.1.D.2)

Power steering inoperative (2.3.3a)

Rear Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 31 Oct 2007 43,614 miles

Nearside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Offside Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Pass 13 Oct 2006 41,779 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki Sj 413QB Ja Samurai?

Based on 581 MOT tests across 100 vehicles.

65.9%
Pass Rate
2,554
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
100
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 58
Brake pipe excessively corroded 29
wheel bearing has excessive play 24
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 24
Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 21
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J12 MNY is a 2000 Suzuki Sj 413QB Ja Samurai in Black with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 2000 Suzuki Sj 413QB Ja Samurai models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.7% with a typical mileage of 56,020 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 Sj 413QB Ja Samurai fails its MOT is seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 58 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J12 MNY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki Sj 413QB Ja Samurai typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 26 years old, this Suzuki Sj 413QB Ja Samurai is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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J12 MNY is a 2000 Suzuki Sj 413QB Ja Samurai, first registered on 1 September 2000.

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