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S685 CNJ

1998 Suzuki Jimny

Blue Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jan 2018
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

107,133 mi
Last recorded107,133 miles
Recorded on7 Jan 2017
Typical for 1998 Suzuki Jimny71,824 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS685 CNJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Jan 2017 107,133 miles

Exhaust system deteriorated

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Rear offside and nearside rear body mountings corroded- still secure

Rear rear brake increase rate just within limits

Fail 5 Jan 2017 107,129 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

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

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

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Exhaust system deteriorated

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Rear offside and nearside rear body mountings corroded- still secure

Rear rear brake increase rate just within limits

Pass 20 Oct 2015 101,557 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2014 96,501 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2013 89,572 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2012 85,050 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2011 80,398 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2010 74,533 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2009 67,697 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2008 60,290 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2007 52,817 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2006 23,148 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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S685 CNJ is a 1998 Suzuki Jimny in Blue with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 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 S685 CNJ, 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 S685 CNJ registered?

S685 CNJ is a 1998 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 6 August 1998.

Is S685 CNJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for S685 CNJ shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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