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N395 PVL

1996 Suzuki Jimny

Blue Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jan 2026
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

78,370 mi
Last recorded78,370 miles
Recorded on10 Jan 2025
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN395 PVL
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Jan 2025 78,370 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 19 Dec 2024 78,360 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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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N395 PVL is a 1996 Suzuki Jimny in Blue with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 N395 PVL, 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 30 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 N395 PVL registered?

N395 PVL is a 1996 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 1 August 1996.

Is N395 PVL safe to buy?

The MOT history for N395 PVL shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does N395 PVL have outstanding finance?

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