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LJ51 VXF

2001 Suzuki Jimny

Blue Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Feb 2027
Tests22 (22 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

78,176 mi
Last recorded78,176 miles
Recorded on16 Feb 2026
Typical for 2001 Suzuki Jimny60,732 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ51 VXF
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

22 pass
Pass 16 Feb 2026 78,176 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2025 75,510 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2024 72,836 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2023 69,836 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))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 17 Feb 2022 66,948 miles

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

Pass 11 Feb 2021 63,509 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2020 60,685 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 8 Feb 2019 57,326 miles

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Pass 12 Feb 2018 53,785 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2017 50,007 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 14 Mar 2016 46,672 miles

Offside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Pass 13 Mar 2015 43,180 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2014 40,492 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2013 37,832 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2012 34,226 miles

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

Pass 7 Mar 2011 30,954 miles

o/s/f disc worn

o/s/f hubseal leaking

Pass 29 Mar 2010 29,801 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2009 27,659 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2008 25,149 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 18 Jul 2007 21,108 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2006 17,173 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2005 12,741 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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LJ51 VXF is a 2001 Suzuki Jimny in Blue with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 LJ51 VXF, 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

How do I check the history of LJ51 VXF?

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What year was LJ51 VXF registered?

LJ51 VXF is a 2001 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 2 October 2001.

Is LJ51 VXF safe to buy?

The MOT history for LJ51 VXF shows 22 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LJ51 VXF have outstanding finance?

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