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MF51 JVN

2001 Suzuki Jimny

Green Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Feb 2020
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

72,454 mi
Last recorded72,454 miles
Recorded on11 Feb 2019
Typical for 2001 Suzuki Jimny60,732 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMF51 JVN
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Feb 2019 72,454 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2019 72,452 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 16 Dec 2017 67,438 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2016 64,163 miles

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

Pass 27 Oct 2015 64,161 miles

rear brake pipes corroded partially concealed unable to fully inspect

Pass 27 Sep 2014 60,563 miles

slight bind n/s front wheel

Pass 17 Sep 2013 55,863 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2012 50,114 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2011 44,124 miles

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

rear wiper blade split

Pass 6 Sep 2010 41,613 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

slight pitting to both swivell balls

Fail 6 Sep 2010 41,613 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

slight pitting to both swivell balls

Fail 4 Sep 2009 38,725 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 4 Sep 2009 38,725 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2008 24,294 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Mar 2007 17,092 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2006 10,125 miles

advise some corrosion to front brake discs

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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MF51 JVN is a 2001 Suzuki Jimny in Green 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 MF51 JVN, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was MF51 JVN registered?

MF51 JVN is a 2001 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 12 December 2001.

Is MF51 JVN safe to buy?

The MOT history for MF51 JVN 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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