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S526 JLP

1998 Suzuki Jimny

Green Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jun 2017
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

63,672 mi
Last recorded63,672 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2016
Typical for 1998 Suzuki Jimny71,824 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS526 JLP
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2016 63,672 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 19 Jun 2015 54,646 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2015 54,632 miles

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

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely by positive means (7.2.4b)

Offside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 20 Jun 2014 43,919 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2013 43,116 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2012 39,573 miles

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 17 Oct 2012 39,573 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2011 35,835 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2010 32,526 miles

rear tyres heavily perished

Pass 19 Oct 2009 30,003 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Fail 19 Oct 2009 30,003 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 17 Oct 2008 28,329 miles

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

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

offside front, offside rear and nearside rear tyres perishing

Fail 17 Oct 2007 26,536 miles

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

Pass 17 Oct 2007 26,536 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2006 25,064 miles

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

Pass 28 Oct 2005 22,690 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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S526 JLP is a 1998 Suzuki Jimny in Green with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 S526 JLP, 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 S526 JLP?

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What year was S526 JLP registered?

S526 JLP is a 1998 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 23 December 1998.

Is S526 JLP safe to buy?

The MOT history for S526 JLP shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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