MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
143,177 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
Rear fog lamp missing (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
How Reliable is the Suzuki Jimny?
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R496 NDS is a 1998 Suzuki Jimny in Silver with a 1,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.
Across all 1998 Suzuki Jimny models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.4% with a typical mileage of 71,824 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 R496 NDS, 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 28 years old, this Suzuki Jimny is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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How do I check the history of R496 NDS?
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What year was R496 NDS registered?
R496 NDS is a 1998 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 1 January 1998.
Is R496 NDS safe to buy?
The MOT history for R496 NDS 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 R496 NDS have outstanding finance?
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