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LY51 VUO

2002 Suzuki Jimny

Blue Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Feb 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

72,260 mi
Last recorded72,260 miles
Recorded on14 Feb 2026
Typical for 2002 Suzuki Jimny59,569 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLY51 VUO
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Feb 2026 72,260 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2025 71,351 miles

Slight corrosion under vehicle.

Pass 16 Feb 2024 70,471 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2024 70,471 miles

Brake pipe likely to become detached or damaged (1.1.11 (d) (ii))

Pass 15 Feb 2023 69,326 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2022 68,102 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2021 67,250 miles

slight corrosion to offside and nearside inner sills.

Pass 16 Feb 2020 66,943 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2019 65,963 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2018 65,298 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2017 64,885 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2016 63,760 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2015 60,000 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2014 55,973 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 15 Feb 2014 55,973 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

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

Pass 16 Feb 2013 51,776 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2012 47,623 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2011 43,420 miles

engine warning light on !!

Pass 8 Feb 2010 38,981 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2009 35,480 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2008 30,575 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2007 24,761 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2006 19,494 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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LY51 VUO is a 2002 Suzuki Jimny in Blue with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 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 LY51 VUO, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LY51 VUO registered?

LY51 VUO is a 2002 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 14 January 2002.

Is LY51 VUO safe to buy?

The MOT history for LY51 VUO shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LY51 VUO have outstanding finance?

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