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MW51 ERO

2001 Suzuki Jimny

Black Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Nov 2020
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

116,479 mi
Last recorded116,479 miles
Recorded on17 May 2019
Typical for 2001 Suzuki Jimny60,732 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMW51 ERO
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 May 2019 116,479 miles
Fail 17 May 2019 116,479 miles

Front Position lamp not working both (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 28 Nov 2015 103,421 miles

chassis slight corrosion

Pass 13 Dec 2014 101,245 miles

slight play front wheel bearings/swivels

underside corroded

Pass 13 Dec 2013 98,649 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2012 92,556 miles

nearside and offside front hub seals leaking fluid

Fail 1 Oct 2012 92,550 miles

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

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

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

Offside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

nearside and offside front hub seals leaking fluid

Pass 28 Mar 2011 80,149 miles

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

offside front swivel hub leaking oil

Fail 28 Mar 2011 80,149 miles

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

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

offside front swivel hub leaking oil

Pass 7 Apr 2010 72,204 miles

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

Fail 30 Mar 2010 72,149 miles

Nearside Side repeater incomplete (1.5.A1b)

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

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

Possible puncture nearside rear tyre

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

all four tyres light cracking in sidewall

Pass 21 Mar 2009 64,153 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2008 56,615 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2007 48,962 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2007 48,927 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 21 Mar 2006 42,094 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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MW51 ERO 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 68.8%.

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 MW51 ERO, 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

How do I check the history of MW51 ERO?

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What year was MW51 ERO registered?

MW51 ERO is a 2001 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 21 December 2001.

Is MW51 ERO safe to buy?

The MOT history for MW51 ERO shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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