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S860 DCD

1998 Suzuki Jimny

Green Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Nov 2017
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

101,735 mi
Last recorded101,735 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2016
Typical for 1998 Suzuki Jimny71,824 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS860 DCD
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Nov 2016 101,735 miles

Body has slight corrosion Rear inner sills and archs (6.1.B.2)

Front Body has slight corrosion Both sides around drain holes (6.1.B.2)

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Both sides chassis (2.4.A.3)

Pass 14 Mar 2015 99,056 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Pass 22 Mar 2014 97,611 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2013 96,709 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2011 94,279 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2011 92,721 miles

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

Fuel pipe/s corroded

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

both front swivel hubs slightly pitted

Pass 23 Jan 2010 87,986 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2010 87,975 miles

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

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

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

Pass 10 Dec 2008 81,556 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2008 78,830 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 10 Jan 2008 78,830 miles

Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 4 Apr 2007 71,689 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2007 71,688 miles

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

Pass 19 Apr 2006 69,714 miles

both front spheres rusting

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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S860 DCD is a 1998 Suzuki Jimny in Green with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 S860 DCD, 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 S860 DCD registered?

S860 DCD is a 1998 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 16 October 1998.

Is S860 DCD safe to buy?

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