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KG51 XTJ

2002 Suzuki Jimny

Blue Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Apr 2027
Tests25 (20 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

83,409 mi
Last recorded83,409 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2026
Typical for 2002 Suzuki Jimny59,569 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKG51 XTJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

20 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2026 83,409 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2026 83,406 miles

Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting both front (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 16 Apr 2025 77,962 miles

front inner wheel arch sections corroded

Fail 16 Apr 2025 77,962 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device missing (6.1.3 (b) (i))

front inner wheel arch sections corroded

Pass 10 Apr 2024 73,260 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2023 68,115 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2023 68,097 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 4 Apr 2022 62,351 miles

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

Pass 3 Mar 2021 55,746 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2019 50,729 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Dec 2018 45,120 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2017 40,066 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2017 40,066 miles

Trailer electrical socket deteriorated so that lead cannot be securely connected (1.9.3b)

Pass 22 Dec 2016 38,140 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2015 35,158 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2014 29,882 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2013 22,927 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2013 22,927 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 16 Jul 2012 15,675 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2011 6,126 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2010 5,690 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2008 5,100 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2007 4,332 miles

slight damage to offside front tyre sidewall

Pass 16 Apr 2007 4,008 miles

off side front tyre has small cuts on outer wall

Pass 21 Mar 2006 3,350 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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KG51 XTJ is a 2002 Suzuki Jimny in Blue with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 KG51 XTJ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was KG51 XTJ registered?

KG51 XTJ is a 2002 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 8 January 2002.

Is KG51 XTJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for KG51 XTJ shows 25 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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