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S143 ETN

1998 Suzuki Jimny

Blue Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jan 2023
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

139,818 mi
Last recorded139,818 miles
Recorded on5 Jan 2023
Typical for 1998 Suzuki Jimny71,824 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS143 ETN
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Fail 5 Jan 2023 139,818 miles

Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Body mounting fixings insecure (6.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Body mounting fixings insecure centre (6.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Body mounting fixings insecure (6.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Body mounting fixings missing centre (6.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Front Body mounting fixings insecure (6.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Front Body mounting fixings insecure centre (6.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Seat belt damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outrigger (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Body mounting fixings insecure (6.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Body mounting fixings insecure centre (6.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Brake drum back plate insecure (1.1.14 (d))

Offside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Pass 10 Jan 2022 137,090 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Jan 2021 133,978 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2019 127,402 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2018 122,686 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2017 118,746 miles

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

Pass 24 Jun 2016 113,451 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2015 110,482 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2014 103,345 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 20 Feb 2014 103,345 miles

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

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

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 3 Sep 2012 90,949 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2012 90,949 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 7 Sep 2011 82,500 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2010 75,178 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2010 75,178 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 28 Aug 2009 66,451 miles

front to rear brakepipes have slight corrosion

Pass 8 Jul 2008 61,191 miles

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

Fail 3 Jul 2008 61,083 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 29 Jun 2007 55,726 miles

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

Fail 19 Jun 2006 51,036 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 19 Jun 2006 51,036 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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S143 ETN is a 1998 Suzuki Jimny in Blue with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 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 S143 ETN, 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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What year was S143 ETN registered?

S143 ETN is a 1998 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 12 November 1998.

Is S143 ETN safe to buy?

The MOT history for S143 ETN shows 21 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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