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N598 KLA

1996 Suzuki Jimny

Silver Petrol 658cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Apr 2027
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

105,247 mi
Last recorded105,247 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2026
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN598 KLA
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year1996
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine658cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2026 105,247 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2026 105,225 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Leaking at joints (6.1.2 (a))

Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp Both rear position lamps/Direction indicators (4.2.3 (c))

Pass 3 Apr 2025 103,784 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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N598 KLA is a 1996 Suzuki Jimny in Silver with a 658cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 N598 KLA, 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.

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What year was N598 KLA registered?

N598 KLA is a 1996 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 31 December 1996.

Is N598 KLA safe to buy?

The MOT history for N598 KLA shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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