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V956 EFX

2000 Suzuki Jimny

Blue Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jul 2027
Tests25 (20 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

66,168 mi
Last recorded66,168 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2026
Typical for 2000 Suzuki Jimny66,340 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV956 EFX
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

20 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2026 66,168 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

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

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

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

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

Pass 6 Dec 2024 64,137 miles

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

Fail 25 Nov 2024 64,128 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

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

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

Pass 18 Oct 2023 62,774 miles

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

Fail 11 Oct 2023 62,773 miles

Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an induction leak split breather pipe (8.2.1.1 (b))

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid jet blocked (3.5 (a))

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner arch (7.1.1 (a) (i))

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

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive boot floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Oct 2022 61,309 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (i))

both tyre is perishing

Pass 20 Oct 2021 58,697 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2021 58,697 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 15 Sep 2020 55,468 miles

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

Pass 29 Mar 2019 50,479 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2018 45,442 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2017 40,772 miles

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

Pass 1 Apr 2016 36,104 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 1 Apr 2016 36,104 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 14 Apr 2015 33,376 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 22 Apr 2014 31,642 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2013 30,769 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2012 28,564 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

n/s/r tyre cracking

Pass 17 Apr 2012 28,564 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

n/s/r tyre cracking

Pass 13 Apr 2011 26,839 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2010 25,553 miles

front pads getting low

Pass 7 Apr 2009 23,709 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2008 22,529 miles
Pass 1 May 2007 20,530 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2006 17,831 miles

this vehicle is 4x4, but was in 2 wheel drive when tested,(rear).

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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V956 EFX is a 2000 Suzuki Jimny in Blue with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 V956 EFX, 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 V956 EFX registered?

V956 EFX is a 2000 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 29 February 2000.

Is V956 EFX safe to buy?

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