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S540 LRN

1999 Suzuki Jimny

Blue Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jun 2015
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

89,578 mi
Last recorded89,578 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2014
Typical for 1999 Suzuki Jimny69,109 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS540 LRN
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2014 89,578 miles

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

Pass 27 Mar 2013 86,895 miles

Oil leak

Pass 2 Apr 2012 80,748 miles

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

Pass 2 Apr 2011 74,891 miles

battery insecure

exhaust rear section corroded

oil leaks

Fail 2 Apr 2011 74,891 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

battery insecure

exhaust rear section corroded

oil leaks

Pass 1 Apr 2010 68,997 miles

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

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

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

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 4 Apr 2009 65,091 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2008 58,234 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

nearside front tyre has slight tread seperation

Pass 28 Mar 2007 43,861 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2006 32,214 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2006 32,214 miles

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

Nearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Offside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

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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S540 LRN is a 1999 Suzuki Jimny in Blue with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 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 S540 LRN, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was S540 LRN registered?

S540 LRN is a 1999 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 4 January 1999.

Is S540 LRN safe to buy?

The MOT history for S540 LRN shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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