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LA51 XUZ

2002 Suzuki Jimny

Green Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Nov 2016
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

48,963 mi
Last recorded48,963 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2015
Typical for 2002 Suzuki Jimny59,569 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLA51 XUZ
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2002
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2015 48,963 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

engine management light on

fuel pipes corroded

oil leak

Fail 10 Nov 2015 48,917 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded flexi to comp (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

engine management light on

fuel pipes corroded

oil leak

Pass 10 Nov 2014 47,270 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2014 46,087 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2014 46,069 miles

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Axle swivel joint has excessive play (2.5.A.3b)

Offside Front brake drum contaminated by grease (3.5.1h)

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

Pass 1 Mar 2013 43,518 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2013 43,518 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

Gearbox mounting defective

Pass 23 Feb 2012 39,339 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2011 34,798 miles

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

Pass 18 Mar 2010 31,247 miles

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

Pass 4 Mar 2009 26,079 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2008 22,393 miles

front tyres cracking on sidewalls

rear registration plate lights have no covers

Pass 12 Jan 2006 14,139 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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LA51 XUZ is a 2002 Suzuki Jimny in Green with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 LA51 XUZ, 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 LA51 XUZ registered?

LA51 XUZ is a 2002 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 1 February 2002.

Is LA51 XUZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LA51 XUZ shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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