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MU51 BVO

2001 Suzuki Jimny

Black Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Mar 2027
Tests27 (22 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate81.5%

Mileage

75,630 mi
Last recorded75,630 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2026
Typical for 2001 Suzuki Jimny60,732 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMU51 BVO
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

22 pass 5 fail
Pass 4 Mar 2026 75,630 miles

all coil springs corroded

Pass 28 Feb 2025 67,506 miles

corrosion to all coil springs

Pass 7 Mar 2024 64,844 miles

all coil springs corroded

Fail 7 Mar 2024 64,844 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

all coil springs corroded

Pass 6 Mar 2023 60,587 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Mar 2022 56,891 miles

Nearside Rear Brake drum worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake drum worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Mar 2021 52,562 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2020 49,323 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Oct 2018 47,891 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Inner Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal front to rear sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Inner Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal tront to rear sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Sep 2017 46,138 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 19 Sep 2016 44,423 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2015 42,201 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2015 42,201 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Sep 2014 40,421 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Sep 2013 38,399 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2013 38,399 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Sep 2012 36,080 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2012 36,080 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 26 Sep 2011 33,380 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2010 29,647 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2009 26,123 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2008 22,483 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2007 19,667 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2006 16,872 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2006 16,811 miles

Offside Front Axle swivel joint has excessive movement between a swivel joint and its housing (2.5.A.1b)

Pass 12 Sep 2005 13,263 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2005 13,263 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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MU51 BVO is a 2001 Suzuki Jimny in Black with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.5%.

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 MU51 BVO, 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 MU51 BVO registered?

MU51 BVO is a 2001 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 28 September 2001.

Is MU51 BVO safe to buy?

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