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S787 TNC

1998 Suzuki Jimny

Red Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Dec 2023
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

Typical for 1998 Suzuki Jimny71,824 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS787 TNC
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Dec 2022

Brake disc worn, but not excessively disc worn all round (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security both front body mounts (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy both fronts, also have slight play (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security both body mounts (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Rear Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

both front swivels leaking slightly

steering drop arm ball joint has slight play

Fail 3 Dec 2022

Brake disc worn, but not excessively disc worn all round (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security both front body mounts (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy both fronts, also have slight play (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security both body mounts (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Rear Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

both front swivels leaking slightly

steering drop arm ball joint has slight play

Pass 1 Apr 2020

Coolant leak ()

Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security n/s and o/s (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Steering linkage ball joint has slight play drop arm (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch ()

Pass 7 Mar 2019 92,390 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2019 92,390 miles

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

Pass 12 Mar 2018 86,759 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2017 76,882 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

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

emmitions read due to no technical data for the make or model of the vehicle

Fail 11 Mar 2017 76,882 miles

Nearside Front front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

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

emmitions read due to no technical data for the make or model of the vehicle

Pass 28 Mar 2016 66,912 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2015 65,924 miles
Pass 8 May 2014 65,468 miles

Offside Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 7 May 2013 64,997 miles
Pass 22 May 2012 64,513 miles
Fail 14 May 2012 64,501 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Pass 18 May 2011 63,866 miles
Pass 26 May 2010 63,200 miles

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

Pass 27 May 2009 61,928 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2008 60,347 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2007 57,226 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2006 54,547 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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S787 TNC is a 1998 Suzuki Jimny in Red with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 S787 TNC, 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 S787 TNC registered?

S787 TNC is a 1998 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 10 November 1998.

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