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MX51 ZFC

2001 Suzuki Jimny

Blue Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Apr 2018
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

86,380 mi
Last recorded86,380 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2017
Typical for 2001 Suzuki Jimny60,732 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMX51 ZFC
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2017 86,380 miles

engine management light on

rear tyre's cracked

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both front arches (2.4.A.3)

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sills (2.4.A.3)

Pass 5 Jan 2016 80,297 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2015 78,114 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 5 Jan 2015 78,114 miles

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

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 10 Jan 2014 73,449 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2014 73,447 miles

Offside Front Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 22 Dec 2012 66,993 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Pass 3 Jan 2012 61,712 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2010 53,220 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2009 49,619 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2009 52,575 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Fail 5 Aug 2008 47,457 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 5 Aug 2008 47,457 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2007 43,591 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2006 37,045 miles

Offside Front Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)

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

Fail 18 Dec 2006 37,530 miles

Nearside Front Axle swivel joint has excessive play (2.5.A.3b)

Pass 13 Dec 2005 34,748 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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MX51 ZFC is a 2001 Suzuki Jimny in Blue with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 MX51 ZFC, 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 MX51 ZFC registered?

MX51 ZFC is a 2001 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 21 September 2001.

Is MX51 ZFC safe to buy?

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