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S237 KPR

1998 Suzuki Jimny

Blue Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Sep 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

58,627 mi
Last recorded58,627 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2025
Typical for 1998 Suzuki Jimny71,824 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS237 KPR
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2025 58,627 miles

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Pass 16 Sep 2024 56,622 miles

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch ()

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch ()

Fail 13 Sep 2024 56,622 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch ()

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch ()

Pass 17 Aug 2023 54,832 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Aug 2022 54,181 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Aug 2021 51,261 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Aug 2020 46,048 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2019 45,540 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2018 44,797 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2017 43,490 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2016 42,025 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2015 40,663 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2014 39,897 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2013 38,020 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2013 37,876 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 9 Jul 2012 36,131 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2011 34,968 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2010 33,735 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2009 33,256 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2008 32,844 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2007 32,559 miles
Fail 23 May 2007 32,535 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)

Offside Front Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)

Pass 7 Jul 2006 30,900 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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S237 KPR is a 1998 Suzuki Jimny in Blue with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 S237 KPR, 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 S237 KPR registered?

S237 KPR is a 1998 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 26 November 1998.

Is S237 KPR safe to buy?

The MOT history for S237 KPR shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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