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S478 MGN

1998 Suzuki Jimny

Blue Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Dec 2020
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

122,795 mi
Last recorded122,795 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2019
Typical for 1998 Suzuki Jimny71,824 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS478 MGN
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2019 122,795 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 30 May 2018 119,496 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2017 112,914 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2016 107,405 miles

Offside Rear Seat belt cut but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

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

Pass 17 Jan 2015 105,975 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 20 Jan 2014 99,211 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2013 91,752 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Rear fuel pipes corroding, keep under observation!

Pass 28 Jan 2013 91,752 miles

Rear fuel pipes corroding, keep under observation!

Pass 30 Jan 2012 85,330 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2012 85,330 miles

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

Pass 28 Jan 2011 79,985 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2010 74,025 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2010 74,025 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 13 Aug 2008 68,235 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2008 68,235 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 6 Jun 2007 62,534 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2007 62,527 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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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S478 MGN is a 1998 Suzuki Jimny in Blue with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 S478 MGN, 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

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What year was S478 MGN registered?

S478 MGN is a 1998 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 28 November 1998.

Is S478 MGN safe to buy?

The MOT history for S478 MGN shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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