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S444 KAP

1999 Suzuki Jimny

Orange Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Oct 2022
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

44,613 mi
Last recorded44,613 miles
Recorded on14 Sep 2024
Typical for 1999 Suzuki Jimny69,109 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS444 KAP
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year1999
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Fail 14 Sep 2024 44,613 miles

Front Bumper damaged and likely to cause injury when grazed or contacted (6.1.4 (a) (i))

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

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Oct 2021 41,783 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2020 39,075 miles
Pass 14 May 2019 32,226 miles
Fail 13 May 2019 32,226 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Front Drag link end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 26 Feb 2018 29,135 miles

corrosion and hole in cab at offside rear outwith prescribed areas

fuel pipes corroded front to rear

Fail 12 Feb 2018 29,135 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded inner sill (5.2.6)

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded offside inner sill from front to rear (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded lower to wheel cylinder (3.6.B.2c)

centre exhaust hanger broken

corrosion and hole in cab at offside rear outwith prescribed areas

fuel pipes corroded front to rear

Pass 2 Feb 2017 28,625 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2016 28,034 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2016 28,034 miles

Offside Front Lower Axle swivel joint has excessive play in a swivel pin (2.5.A.3b)

Pass 17 Jun 2010 26,991 miles

Offside Panhard rod attachment bracket/mounting worn but its strength is not seriously reduced (2.4.G.1)

power steering pipes not secure

Pass 8 Jun 2009 25,487 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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S444 KAP is a 1999 Suzuki Jimny in Orange with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 S444 KAP, 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 S444 KAP registered?

S444 KAP is a 1999 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 31 December 1999.

Is S444 KAP safe to buy?

The MOT history for S444 KAP shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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