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LS52 VNV

2002 Suzuki Jimny

Red Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Apr 2021
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

85,087 mi
Last recorded85,087 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2020
Typical for 2002 Suzuki Jimny59,569 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLS52 VNV
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2020 85,087 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2018 82,055 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes to and from load valve 4off (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 24 Jul 2017 77,308 miles

Front section of exhaust in poor condition

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

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

Offside Front Tyre worn on edges

Pass 2 Aug 2016 72,241 miles

Centre Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Centre Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 2 Aug 2016 72,241 miles

Centre Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Centre Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Fail 30 Jul 2015 67,626 miles

Centre Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Exhaust system in poor condition

Fuel pipe/s corroded

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

Pass 30 Jul 2015 67,626 miles

Centre Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Exhaust system in poor condition

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Fail 28 Jul 2014 62,821 miles

Exhaust in poor condition

Fuel pipe/s corroded

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

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

Pass 28 Jul 2014 62,821 miles

Exhaust in poor condition

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Pass 15 Jul 2013 58,008 miles

Exhaust in poor condition

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Fail 3 Aug 2012 53,777 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Aug 2012 53,777 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2011 49,730 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2011

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

Nearside Front Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)

Fail 31 Jul 2010 45,914 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 31 Jul 2010 45,914 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

Fail 5 Aug 2009 41,652 miles

Centre Upper Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 5 Aug 2009 41,652 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2008 36,271 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2007 31,126 miles

eye level brake light incomplete

rear exhaust silencer heavily corroded in poor condition

Pass 16 Nov 2006 25,715 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2005 19,211 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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LS52 VNV is a 2002 Suzuki Jimny in Red with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 LS52 VNV, 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 LS52 VNV registered?

LS52 VNV is a 2002 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 6 December 2002.

Is LS52 VNV safe to buy?

The MOT history for LS52 VNV shows 22 tests with a 68.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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