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KG02 BZU

2002 Suzuki Jimny

Blue Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Nov 2020
Tests21 (14 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

65,360 mi
Last recorded65,360 miles
Recorded on8 May 2019
Typical for 2002 Suzuki Jimny59,569 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKG02 BZU
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

14 pass 7 fail
Pass 8 May 2019 65,360 miles

Offside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

heavily under sealed

Fail 4 May 2019 65,353 miles

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

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

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner and outer sills both sides (7.1.1 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear body mounting slightly corroded

Offside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material above axle (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 9 Feb 2019 65,345 miles

Nearside Front Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

Nearside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner sill coroded at body to chasis mount area (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner sill coroded at body to chasis mount area (7.1.1 (a) (i))

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive engine/gearbox area, advise further investigation (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material covered in underseal (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 19 Feb 2018 61,089 miles

Nearside Rear sill is corroded near body mounting

Offside Rear sill corroded near body mounting

Pass 13 Feb 2017 56,215 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2017 56,215 miles

Upper Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 11 Feb 2016 52,268 miles

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

Offside Front tyre wearing smooth on outer edge.

Rear exhaust box corroded.

Pass 19 Jan 2015 48,756 miles

Exhaust rear box corroded.

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Under vehicle brake pipes and fuel pipes corroded.

Pass 22 Jan 2014 45,439 miles

Exhaust system corroded.

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

Nearside wiper blade split.

Offside front tyre wearing low on outer edge.

Oil leak

Under vehicle fuel and brake pipes corroded.

Pass 31 Jan 2013 41,162 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2012 37,470 miles

n/s/f tyre worn on outer edge

Pass 3 Feb 2011 34,787 miles

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

Nearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Oil leak

both rear tyres are cracking on sidewalls

front wipers are split at the ends

Fail 3 Feb 2011 34,787 miles

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

Nearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Oil leak

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

both rear tyres are cracking on sidewalls

front wipers are split at the ends

Pass 29 Jan 2010 32,216 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2010 32,216 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 17 Jan 2009 29,147 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2009 29,147 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 13 Feb 2008 25,716 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2008 25,716 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 3 Feb 2007 21,135 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2006 16,717 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (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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KG02 BZU is a 2002 Suzuki Jimny in Blue with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 KG02 BZU, 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 KG02 BZU registered?

KG02 BZU is a 2002 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 24 April 2002.

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