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J778 BUY

1991 Suzuki Jimny

Red Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Sep 2013
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

64,729 mi
Last recorded64,729 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2012
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ778 BUY
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year1991
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2012 64,729 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

both swivel hubs leaking

temporary fuel cap fitted

Fail 31 Aug 2012 64,729 miles

Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

temporary fuel cap fitted

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

both swivel hubs leaking

Pass 26 Aug 2011 63,397 miles

front brake pads are worn low.

Fail 25 Aug 2011 63,397 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely by positive means (7.2.4b)

drivers seat insecure

front brake pads are worn low.

Pass 28 Jul 2010 61,741 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Fail 23 Jul 2010 61,728 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Pass 10 Jul 2009 60,609 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2009 60,609 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer missing (7.2.4c)

Pass 9 Jul 2008 56,888 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

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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J778 BUY is a 1991 Suzuki Jimny in Red with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 J778 BUY, 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 35 years old, this Suzuki Jimny is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was J778 BUY registered?

J778 BUY is a 1991 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 14 August 1991.

Is J778 BUY safe to buy?

The MOT history for J778 BUY shows 9 tests with a 55.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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