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LC52 GZX

2002 Suzuki Jimny

Black Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Aug 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

61,171 mi
Last recorded61,171 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2025
Typical for 2002 Suzuki Jimny59,569 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC52 GZX
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2025 61,171 miles

Rear exhaust back box corroded

Pass 19 Aug 2024 60,271 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced HEADLIGHT PANEL (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Vehicle 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))

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

REAR EXHAUST BOX DETERIORATED

Pass 9 Aug 2023 59,527 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Fail 8 Aug 2023 59,526 miles

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 2 Aug 2022 57,955 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2021 57,096 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 4 Aug 2020 56,654 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2019 55,956 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2018 54,681 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2017 52,430 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2016 49,942 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2015 47,586 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2014 45,730 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2013 43,729 miles

both front swivel hub joints are pitted/corroded

engine management light is on indicating a fault

gearbox oil leak

rear exhaust box is corroded

Pass 30 Jul 2012 41,110 miles

both front swivel hubs are pitted

engine management light is on indicating a fault

rear exhaust box corroded

Fail 30 Jul 2012 41,110 miles

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

both front swivel hubs are pitted

engine management light is on indicating a fault

rear exhaust box corroded

Pass 2 Aug 2011 38,726 miles

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

engine management light on

Pass 28 Jul 2010 35,099 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2010 35,099 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Pass 3 Jul 2009 32,222 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2008 29,400 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2007 26,563 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2006 22,651 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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LC52 GZX is a 2002 Suzuki Jimny in Black with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 LC52 GZX, 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 LC52 GZX registered?

LC52 GZX is a 2002 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 31 October 2002.

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