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S250 XCA

1998 Suzuki Jimny

Green Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jun 2023
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

63,999 mi
Last recorded63,999 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2022
Typical for 1998 Suzuki Jimny71,824 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS250 XCA
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2022 63,999 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2022 63,991 miles

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

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Pass 2 Feb 2018 63,615 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2017 63,218 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2016 62,870 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2015 62,750 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2014 62,592 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2013 62,278 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2012 61,935 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2011 61,468 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2010 60,202 miles

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

Pass 4 Feb 2009 55,347 miles

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

Pass 18 Jan 2008 50,426 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2007 45,935 miles

exhaust heat shield insecure

exhaust mounting brocken

Fail 1 Feb 2007 45,935 miles

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

Nearside Front Axle swivel joint has excessive movement between a swivel joint and its housing (2.5.A.1b)

Nearside Front Axle swivel joint has excessive play in a ball joint (2.5.A.3b)

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

Offside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

exhaust heat shield insecure.

exhaust mounting broken.

oil leak from f/n/s hub/stub axle

Pass 10 Feb 2006 43,143 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2006 43,140 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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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S250 XCA is a 1998 Suzuki Jimny in Green with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 S250 XCA, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of S250 XCA?

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What year was S250 XCA registered?

S250 XCA is a 1998 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 19 November 1998.

Is S250 XCA safe to buy?

The MOT history for S250 XCA shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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