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S745 RRL

1998 Suzuki Jimny

Red Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Aug 2011
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

138,903 mi
Last recorded138,903 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2010
Typical for 1998 Suzuki Jimny71,824 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS745 RRL
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2010 138,903 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Fail 23 Jul 2010 138,903 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Fail 21 Aug 2009 132,540 miles

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

bonnet hinges siezed (have feed them of but will require oiling again

Pass 21 Aug 2009 132,540 miles

bonnet hinges siezed (have feed them of but will require oiling again

Pass 18 Jul 2008 127,771 miles

genral underside getting corrodec/rusty inc brake pipes and fuel lines

Pass 16 Jul 2007 133,383 miles

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

Nearside Front Axle swivel joint has slight movement between a swivel joint and its housing (2.5.A.1b)

Offside Front Axle swivel joint has slight movement between a swivel joint and its housing (2.5.A.1b)

all four tyre side walls starting to split and perish

Pass 27 Jul 2006 120,727 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Steering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)

Fail 25 Jul 2006 120,727 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Steering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)

Pass 25 Oct 2005 117,962 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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S745 RRL is a 1998 Suzuki Jimny in Red with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 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 S745 RRL, 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 S745 RRL registered?

S745 RRL is a 1998 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 31 October 1998.

Is S745 RRL safe to buy?

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