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LV51 DVF

2001 Suzuki Jimny

Black Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jan 2019
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

94,669 mi
Last recorded94,669 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2018
Typical for 2001 Suzuki Jimny60,732 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV51 DVF
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2018 94,669 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2017 91,114 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2016 86,414 miles

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

Fail 22 Jan 2016 86,409 miles

Brake load sensing valve seized (3.6.E.3)

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded inner seal (5.2.6)

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to back (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

Pass 22 Jan 2015 83,690 miles
Pass 28 May 2014 82,219 miles
Fail 27 May 2014 82,219 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 22 Feb 2013 75,911 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2012 69,561 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2011 62,286 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2011 62,281 miles

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

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 9 Feb 2010 56,167 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2009 44,527 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2008 37,700 miles

Brake master cylinder fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1e)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 5 May 2007 34,202 miles
Pass 6 May 2006 29,688 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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LV51 DVF is a 2001 Suzuki Jimny in Black with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 LV51 DVF, 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 LV51 DVF registered?

LV51 DVF is a 2001 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 1 September 2001.

Is LV51 DVF safe to buy?

The MOT history for LV51 DVF shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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