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S615 VEC

1998 Suzuki Jimny

Red Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2026
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

147,287 mi
Last recorded147,287 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2025
Typical for 1998 Suzuki Jimny71,824 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS615 VEC
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2025 147,287 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

vehicle has corrosion underneath

Fail 26 Jun 2025 147,287 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

vehicle has corrosion underneath

Pass 21 Jun 2024 132,794 miles

vehicle has been undersealed

Fail 18 Jun 2024 132,780 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

vehicle has been undersealed

Pass 24 Jun 2023 120,985 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

vehicle has been wax oiled underneath

Fail 17 May 2023 120,955 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

vehicle has been wax oiled underneath

Pass 17 May 2022 113,535 miles
Pass 14 May 2021 105,767 miles
Fail 12 May 2021 105,766 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 27 May 2020 101,500 miles
Pass 28 May 2019 94,890 miles
Pass 4 May 2018 84,439 miles
Pass 31 May 2017 74,855 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2016 63,523 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2016 63,523 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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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S615 VEC is a 1998 Suzuki Jimny in Red with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 S615 VEC, 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 S615 VEC registered?

S615 VEC is a 1998 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 1 September 1998.

Is S615 VEC safe to buy?

The MOT history for S615 VEC shows 15 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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