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S337 JFO

1998 Suzuki Jimny

Red Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Oct 2019
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

51,654 mi
Last recorded51,654 miles
Recorded on1 Nov 2018
Typical for 1998 Suzuki Jimny71,824 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS337 JFO
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Nov 2018 51,654 miles

Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Body mount (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 22 Sep 2017 48,591 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2016 45,262 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 21 Sep 2015 41,947 miles

Centre Rear exhaust support bracket broken off but not likely to fall off

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Rear exhaust box outer skin corroded but not holed

Pass 14 Oct 2014 39,408 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2013 38,389 miles

oil leak o/s front hub

Pass 4 Oct 2012 37,453 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2011 35,977 miles

oil leak o/s front hub

Pass 11 Oct 2010 34,891 miles

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

Pass 7 Oct 2009 33,924 miles

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

Fail 7 Oct 2009 33,924 miles

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

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

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

Pass 9 Oct 2008 33,393 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2007 32,126 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2006 30,588 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2005 28,625 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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S337 JFO is a 1998 Suzuki Jimny in Red with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 S337 JFO, 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 S337 JFO registered?

S337 JFO is a 1998 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 27 November 1998.

Is S337 JFO safe to buy?

The MOT history for S337 JFO shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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