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RA51 DFX

2001 Suzuki Jimny

Black Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Nov 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

23,478 mi
Last recorded23,478 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2025
Typical for 2001 Suzuki Jimny60,732 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRA51 DFX
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2025 23,478 miles

Front Coil spring corroded & REAR (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Nov 2024 23,038 miles

Coil spring corroded ALL FOUR (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Nov 2023 22,582 miles

Coil spring corroded BOTH FRONT & REAR (5.3.1 (b) (i))

EXHAUST CORRODED

FUEL LINE CORRODED

Pass 7 Nov 2022 22,121 miles

EXHAUST CORRODED

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Nov 2021 21,502 miles

Coil spring corroded BOTH FRONT (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Coil spring corroded BOTH REAR (5.3.1 (b) (i))

EXHAUST CORRODED

FUEL LINE CORRODED

Pass 4 Nov 2020 20,835 miles

BOTH FRONT AND N/S REAR COIL SPRINGS CORRODED

FUEL LINES UNDER VEHICLE STARTING TO CORRODE

REAR EXHAUST CORRODING

Pass 6 Nov 2019 20,361 miles

ALL COIL SPRINGS CORRODED

EXHAUST SYSTEM CORRODED

FUEL LINES CORRODING

Pass 2 Nov 2018 19,219 miles

ALL COIL SPRINGS CORRODING

EXHAUST CORRODED

UNDERSIDE OF VEHICLE CORRODING

Pass 8 Nov 2017 18,590 miles

COIL SPRINGS CORRODING

REAR EXHAUST SILENCER CORRODED

UNDERSIDE OF VEHICLE CORRODING

Pass 10 Nov 2016 17,512 miles

BOTH FRONT AND N/S REAR COIL SPRINGS CORRODED

REAR EXHAUST SILENCER CORRODED

Pass 6 Nov 2015 15,524 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted

all brake hose ferrules slightly corroded

front to rear brake pipes slightly corroded

rear exhaust silencer heavily corroded

Fail 6 Nov 2014 14,040 miles

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

n/s front brake disc surface corroding

n/s front tyre has slight perishing

rear exhaust silencer corroding

Pass 6 Nov 2014 14,040 miles

n/s front brake disc surface corroding

n/s front tyre has slight perishing

rear exhaust silencer corroding

Pass 28 Oct 2013 12,738 miles

both front tyres perished on inner wall of tyre

Pass 6 Nov 2012 12,061 miles

rear exhaust box starting to rust

Pass 7 Nov 2011 11,177 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2010 9,921 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2009 8,606 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2008 7,685 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2007 6,873 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2006 5,832 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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RA51 DFX is a 2001 Suzuki Jimny in Black with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 RA51 DFX, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RA51 DFX registered?

RA51 DFX is a 2001 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 22 November 2001.

Is RA51 DFX safe to buy?

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