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S160 NGC

1999 Suzuki Jimny

Green Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Feb 2015
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

99,098 mi
Last recorded99,098 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2014
Typical for 1999 Suzuki Jimny69,109 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS160 NGC
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year1999
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2014 99,098 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2012 92,864 miles

brake pipes sligthly corroded

oil leaking

Fail 4 Jun 2011 84,960 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Oil leak

nearside and offside rear brake pipes slightly corroded

Pass 4 Jun 2011 84,960 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Oil leak

nearside and offside rear brake pipes slightly corroded

Pass 8 Jun 2010 78,032 miles

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

rear fuel pipe slightly corroded

Fail 3 Jun 2010 78,032 miles

Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

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

rear fuel pipe slightly corroded

Pass 20 Oct 2008 73,345 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Oct 2007 67,069 miles

fuel pipes coroding

Pass 21 Oct 2006 60,907 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2005 52,867 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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S160 NGC is a 1999 Suzuki Jimny in Green with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 S160 NGC, 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.

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What year was S160 NGC registered?

S160 NGC is a 1999 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 29 January 1999.

Is S160 NGC safe to buy?

The MOT history for S160 NGC shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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