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V157 LGU

2000 Suzuki Jimny

Gold Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Aug 2027
Tests26 (22 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

79,329 mi
Last recorded79,329 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2026
Typical for 2000 Suzuki Jimny66,340 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV157 LGU
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2000
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

22 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2026 79,329 miles

Central Front Oil leak, but not excessive ENGINE (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive DIFF (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

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

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

Steering box slight play between sector shaft and the drop arm (2.1.3 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Jul 2025 76,570 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view CRACKED (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Jul 2024 74,236 miles

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Under body has been covered in underseal

Pass 8 Nov 2023 73,988 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2023 73,967 miles

Offside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength wheel arch by rear body mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Sep 2022 73,759 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2021 73,613 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2021 73,569 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 1 Oct 2020 73,485 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2019 73,389 miles

Headlamp lens slightly defective Both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 3 Oct 2018 73,255 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2017 73,079 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2016 72,842 miles

Nearside Rear wheel has a slight rumble when rotated

Pass 2 Oct 2015 72,674 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2014 72,455 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2013 72,229 miles

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

Pass 2 Oct 2012 71,288 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2011 70,769 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 4 Oct 2010 70,351 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

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

Pass 8 Oct 2009 69,100 miles

exhaust system corroded

front number plate damaged

Fail 8 Oct 2009 69,100 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

exhaust system corroded

front number plate damaged

Pass 3 Oct 2008 67,866 miles

all 4 tyres are starting to crack

Pass 5 Oct 2007 65,189 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 5 Oct 2007 65,186 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 6 Oct 2006 28,498 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2005 51,436 miles

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

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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V157 LGU is a 2000 Suzuki Jimny in Gold with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 2000 Suzuki Jimny models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.9% with a typical mileage of 66,340 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 V157 LGU, 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 26 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 V157 LGU registered?

V157 LGU is a 2000 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 25 January 2000.

Is V157 LGU safe to buy?

The MOT history for V157 LGU shows 26 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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