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KR51 ARX

2001 Suzuki Jimny

Blue Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Sep 2026
Tests28 (21 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

105,151 mi
Last recorded105,151 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2025
Typical for 2001 Suzuki Jimny60,732 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKR51 ARX
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

21 pass 7 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2025 105,151 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Fail 9 Sep 2025 105,151 miles

Power steering component leaking Steering box (2.1.5 (a))

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Aug 2024 100,296 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2023 92,417 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2022 91,717 miles

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 (8.4.1 (a) (i))

underneath undersealed

Pass 30 Jun 2021 91,717 miles

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

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

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

Pass 17 Jul 2020 91,495 miles

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

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

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

Pass 24 Jul 2019 88,264 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2018 84,495 miles

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

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

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

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

Steering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

Pass 4 Jul 2017 80,965 miles

engine warning light on

metal fuel pipes under car corroding

metal pipes on front axle corroding

n/s/f tyre starting to wear on outer edge

Pass 16 Jul 2016 77,852 miles

engine warning light on

metal fuel pipes under car starting to corrode at rear

Pass 14 Jul 2015 73,434 miles

fuel pipes under car slightly corroded at rear

Pass 17 Jun 2014 68,710 miles

front to rear fuel pipes slightly corroded

metal pipes on front axle starting to corrode

Pass 12 Jul 2013 65,815 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

unable to check rear seat belts

Fail 12 Jul 2013 65,815 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

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

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

unable to check rear seat belts

Pass 10 Jul 2012 33,773 miles

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

front to rear fuel pipes starting to corrode.

n/s front swivel joint surface starting to corrode.

n/s rear tyre starting to perish.

o/s front swivel joint surface starting to corrode.

o/s front tyre starting to perish.

o/s rear tyre starting to perish.

Pass 12 Jul 2011 58,334 miles

both rear tyres perrished

offside front tyre perrished

Fail 6 Jul 2011 58,324 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a) DANGEROUS

both rear tyres perrished

offside front tyre perrished

Pass 6 Jul 2010 53,328 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2010 53,328 miles

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

Fail 29 Jun 2009 47,006 miles

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

Pass 29 Jun 2009 47,006 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2008 43,694 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 9 Jun 2008 43,694 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 25 Oct 2007 36,697 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 25 Oct 2007 36,697 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2006 23,756 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2005 14,931 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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KR51 ARX is a 2001 Suzuki Jimny in Blue with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 28 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2001 Suzuki Jimny models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.3% with a typical mileage of 60,732 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 KR51 ARX, 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 25 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 KR51 ARX registered?

KR51 ARX is a 2001 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 24 November 2001.

Is KR51 ARX safe to buy?

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