CarVerify

Free Car Check

L21 CJL

2000 Suzuki Jimny

Blue Petrol 1298cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jan 2027
Tests27 (20 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate74.1%

Mileage

80,802 mi
Last recorded80,802 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2026
Typical for 2000 Suzuki Jimny66,340 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Suzuki
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationL21 CJL
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

20 pass 7 fail
Pass 8 Jan 2026 80,802 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced head lamp holder (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced all un under floor componets (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 29 Dec 2025 80,791 miles

Nearside Rear Track rod end ball joint has excessive play rear arm (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play rear arm (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Axle with loose fixing bolts weld broken on arm bracket (5.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect both rears (5.3.2 (d))

Nearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced head lamp holder (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced all un under floor componets (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 2 Jan 2025 75,889 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 17 Dec 2024 75,889 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Axle insecure (5.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Dec 2023 70,541 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged mirror glass cracked (3.3 (b) (i))

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

Fail 6 Dec 2023 70,534 miles

Offside Rear Axle with loose fixing bolts weld broken suspension mount (5.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Dec 2022 62,225 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All Pipes Front Rear (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Nov 2021 58,365 miles

oil leak

rear exhaust heavilly corroded

Pass 26 Oct 2020 52,722 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2020 52,706 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Axle king pin is loose in the axle beam (5.1.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

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

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

Pass 9 Apr 2019 50,098 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Body mounting area corroded

Offside Rear Lower Body mounting area corroded

Pass 3 May 2018 49,745 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2017 49,233 miles
Pass 5 May 2016 48,361 miles
Fail 3 May 2016 48,361 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 30 Apr 2015 47,031 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2014 45,726 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Fail 30 Apr 2013 43,778 miles

Centre exhaust brackets deteriorated.

Fuel pipe/s corroded

N/s front tyre has slight cracking.

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

O/s front tyre has slight cracking.

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 30 Apr 2013 43,778 miles

Centre exhaust brackets deteriorated.

Fuel pipe/s corroded

N/s front tyre has slight cracking.

O/s front tyre has slight cracking.

Pass 25 Apr 2012 41,381 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 5 May 2011 38,679 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2011 38,679 miles

Offside Front Lower Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front brake disc contaminated by oil (3.5.1h)

Pass 21 Apr 2010 30,701 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2009 27,279 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2008 25,173 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2007 23,877 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2006 23,052 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
Full Suzuki Jimny reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

L21 CJL is a 2000 Suzuki Jimny in Blue with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 74.1%.

Across all 2000 Suzuki Jimny models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.9% with a typical mileage of 66,340 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 L21 CJL, 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 26 years old, this Suzuki Jimny is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of L21 CJL?

You can check the full history of L21 CJL by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was L21 CJL registered?

L21 CJL is a 2000 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 18 March 2000.

Is L21 CJL safe to buy?

The MOT history for L21 CJL shows 27 tests with a 74.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does L21 CJL have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on L21 CJL. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.