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S532 CGX

1998 Suzuki Jimny

Red Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Dec 2016
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

111,788 mi
Last recorded111,788 miles
Recorded on7 Dec 2015
Typical for 1998 Suzuki Jimny71,824 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS532 CGX
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Dec 2015 111,788 miles

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

back box joint blowing

exhaust corroded

nearside front body mounting insecure

rear suspension arm bush's deteriorated

sills, floors and chassis corroded

Fail 23 Nov 2015 111,785 miles

Nearside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings outrigger (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings outrigger (6.1.B.2)

Service brake is causing the vehicle to swerve to the nearside (3.7.C.2)

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

back box joint blowing

exhaust corroded

nearside front body mounting insecure

rear suspension arm bush's deteriorated

sills, floors and chassis corroded

Pass 30 Apr 2014 101,402 miles

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Nearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

body corroded

Fail 23 Apr 2014 82,229 miles

Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.6.B.1)

Nearside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

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 2 Apr 2013 96,405 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2012 76,761 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2011 84,800 miles

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

Pass 22 Jan 2010 24,798 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 26 Jan 2009 68,502 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2007 61,191 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2006 51,017 miles

all tyres craking on side walls not to cords

Pass 10 Dec 2005 45,468 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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S532 CGX is a 1998 Suzuki Jimny in Red with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 S532 CGX, 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 S532 CGX registered?

S532 CGX is a 1998 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is S532 CGX safe to buy?

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