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NX51 LXU

2001 Suzuki Jimny

Black Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jul 2018
Tests18 (11 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate61.1%

Mileage

113,919 mi
Last recorded113,919 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2017
Typical for 2001 Suzuki Jimny60,732 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNX51 LXU
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

11 pass 7 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2017 113,919 miles

Nearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Fail 27 Jun 2017 113,919 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front Lower Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)

Nearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Pass 5 Nov 2015 112,487 miles

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

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

Fail 2 Nov 2015 112,487 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Front Electrical wiring inadequately supported in engine bay (1.9.2a) DANGEROUS

Front Electrical wiring insecure in engine bay (1.9.2a) DANGEROUS

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded o/s and n/s front, o/s and n/s rear, outer and inner sills and body mounting areas, o/s and n/s rear inner wheel arch areas (5.2.6) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 10 Nov 2014 111,540 miles

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

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

the o/s and n/s front hub oil seals are leaking.

the vacuum pipes for the 4 wheel drive system are corroded.

Pass 31 Oct 2013 106,497 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2012 98,734 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2011 90,558 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2010 83,528 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2010 83,513 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Pass 17 Sep 2009 77,480 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2009 77,480 miles

Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Pass 12 Sep 2008 70,800 miles

boot floor corroded outwith prescribed area

Fail 12 Sep 2008 70,800 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer missing (7.2.4c)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

boot floor corroded outwith prescribed area

Pass 12 Sep 2007 63,779 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2007 63,775 miles

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

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Pass 31 Oct 2006 51,666 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2006 51,666 miles

Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Rear Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

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

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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NX51 LXU is a 2001 Suzuki Jimny in Black with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.1%.

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 NX51 LXU, 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 NX51 LXU registered?

NX51 LXU is a 2001 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 27 September 2001.

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