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S711 KLJ

1998 Suzuki Jimny

Blue Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Dec 2026
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

27,102 mi
Last recorded27,102 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2025
Typical for 1998 Suzuki Jimny71,824 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS711 KLJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 4 Dec 2025 27,102 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2024 26,760 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2023 26,136 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2022 24,011 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Nov 2021 23,868 miles

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 17 Nov 2020 23,734 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2019 23,458 miles

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 12 Jan 2018 22,919 miles

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

Pass 11 Jan 2017 22,670 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2016 21,711 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2014 21,586 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2013 21,032 miles

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

Pass 21 Dec 2012 20,772 miles

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

both front brake discs corroded

Pass 20 Dec 2011 20,302 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2010 19,805 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2009 19,158 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2008 18,718 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2007 17,844 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2006 17,480 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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S711 KLJ is a 1998 Suzuki Jimny in Blue with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 S711 KLJ, 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

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What year was S711 KLJ registered?

S711 KLJ is a 1998 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 26 November 1998.

Is S711 KLJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for S711 KLJ shows 19 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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