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LX51 HRJ

2001 Suzuki Jimny

Blue Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jun 2023
Tests26 (18 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

102,866 mi
Last recorded102,866 miles
Recorded on27 May 2022
Typical for 2001 Suzuki Jimny60,732 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX51 HRJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

18 pass 8 fail
Pass 27 May 2022 102,866 miles

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

Offside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Spare wheel carrier showings signs of corrosion

Wax oiled underneath vehicle in various areas

Pass 12 May 2021 100,549 miles

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

Offside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Spare wheel carrier showing signs of corrosion

Wax oiled in various areas underneath vehicle

Fail 10 May 2021 100,549 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Offside Rear Brake pipe at imminent risk of failure or fracture Side of fuel tank (1.1.11 (a)) DANGEROUS

Service brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.2.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Spare wheel carrier showing signs of corrosion

Wax oiled in various areas underneath vehicle

Pass 8 Jun 2020 96,945 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2019 96,528 miles

rear seats missing at time of mot

Fail 20 May 2019 96,528 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting inner arch (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting inner arch (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting inner sill area (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

rear seats missing at time of mot

Pass 10 May 2018 95,999 miles

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 18 May 2017 95,770 miles

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded from front to rear to brake valve (3.6.B.2c)

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

Oil leak ()

Fail 16 May 2017 95,769 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle 47% (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded FROM FRONT TO REAR TO BRAKE VALVE (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded TO BRAKE HOSE (3.6.B.2c)

ALL COIL SPRINGS CORRODED. FRONT HUBS CORRODED

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Oil leak ()

Pass 20 Jun 2016 89,746 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2016 89,746 miles

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Pass 19 Jun 2015 84,470 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2014 78,432 miles

Nearside Rear Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 11 Jun 2014 78,432 miles

Front Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 11 Jun 2013 73,464 miles

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

Fail 11 Jun 2013 73,464 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Pass 26 Jun 2012 69,308 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2011 64,812 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Jun 2011 64,812 miles

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

Pass 26 Jun 2010 58,358 miles

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

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Oil leak

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

Pass 19 Jun 2009 54,198 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Rear brake pipes corroding

Slight wear in offside front swivel joint

Pass 14 Jun 2008 45,464 miles

Engine management warning light illuminated on dash display

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

Pass 21 Jun 2007 32,056 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2007 30,857 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2007 30,857 miles

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

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Pass 17 Feb 2006 23,205 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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LX51 HRJ is a 2001 Suzuki Jimny in Blue with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 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 LX51 HRJ, 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 LX51 HRJ registered?

LX51 HRJ is a 2001 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 1 September 2001.

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