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S11 LJB

1999 Suzuki Jimny

Gold Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jun 2026
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

55,368 mi
Last recorded55,368 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2025
Typical for 1999 Suzuki Jimny69,109 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS11 LJB
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year1999
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2025 55,368 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2024 55,366 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2023 55,362 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2022 55,355 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2021 55,346 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2019 55,334 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2018 55,302 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2017 55,072 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2016 55,011 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2015 54,757 miles

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

sills covered by trims

Pass 12 Jun 2014 54,364 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2013 53,760 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2012 53,443 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2011 52,902 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2010 51,991 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2009 48,635 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2008 45,159 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 14 Jun 2008 45,159 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2007 41,343 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 17 Jun 2006 38,324 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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S11 LJB is a 1999 Suzuki Jimny in Gold with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

Across all 1999 Suzuki Jimny models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.3% with a typical mileage of 69,109 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 S11 LJB, 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 27 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 S11 LJB registered?

S11 LJB is a 1999 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 1 January 1999.

Is S11 LJB safe to buy?

The MOT history for S11 LJB shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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