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LJ51 VXY

2001 Suzuki Jimny

Silver Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jan 2021
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

13,973 mi
Last recorded13,973 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2019
Typical for 2001 Suzuki Jimny60,732 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ51 VXY
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Jul 2019 13,973 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2018 13,796 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2017 13,375 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded brake pipes along o/s inner chassis rail (3.6.B.2c)

Fuel Pipe/s corroded along o/s inner chassis rail rear ()

Pass 19 Mar 2016 12,596 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2015 12,569 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2014 11,362 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 30 Mar 2013 8,808 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2013 8,804 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 3 Mar 2012 5,377 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2011 2,582 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2010 23,047 miles

Nearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Fail 25 Mar 2010 23,047 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 27 Mar 2009 20,435 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2007 17,275 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2006 15,444 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2005 13,202 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 VXY is a 2001 Suzuki Jimny in Silver with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 VXY, 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.

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What year was LJ51 VXY registered?

LJ51 VXY is a 2001 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 22 October 2001.

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The MOT history for LJ51 VXY shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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