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W141 RNT

2000 Suzuki Jimny

Blue Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Nov 2020
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

87,252 mi
Last recorded87,252 miles
Recorded on8 May 2019
Typical for 2000 Suzuki Jimny66,340 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW141 RNT
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 May 2019 87,252 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

nsf, osf and both offside center body mountings slightly corroded, not effecting vehicle strength or body security.

parking brake lever high, almost no reserve travel

Fail 12 Apr 2019 87,242 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting inner wheel arch/boot floor - also inappropriately repaired (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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

Offside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting inner sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting inner wheel arch/bulkhead (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp when using nearisde indicators (4.4.3 (b))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting inner sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting inner wheel arch/boot floor (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases around joint (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 29% (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp with indicator (4.2.3 (c))

Offside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material across axle (1.1.11 (c))

Tyre wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch all four (5.2.3 (f))

boot floor corroded

inappropriate repair to offside rear inner wheel arch, not in a prescribed area

nearside front axle seal leaking

Pass 3 Apr 2018 77,857 miles

Exhaust noisy deteriorated/rattle (7.1.4)

Nearside Front hub seal slight seepage

Offside Fuel Pipe/s corroded x3 ()

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

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

coil spring corroded x4 (2.4.C.1b)

outer sill covers fitted

Fail 28 Mar 2018 77,852 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded x2 pipes (front to rear pipes) (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Braking system leaking pipe burst (3.6.A.1)

Offside Rear Upper Brake pipe excessively corroded x3 pipes to load sensing valve (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Exhaust noisy deteriorated/rattle (7.1.4)

Nearside Front hub seal slight seepage

Offside Fuel Pipe/s corroded x3 ()

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

coil spring corroded x4 (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 23 Mar 2017 69,780 miles

Central exhaust hanger deteriorated

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Nearside Front Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt hub seal (2.4.G.2)

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded x2 front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded x4 at load sensing valve (3.6.B.2c)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)

rear diff slight play/low oil

Pass 16 Mar 2016 58,735 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2015 55,641 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2015 55,641 miles

Front registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

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

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

Pass 19 Nov 2013 53,505 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2012 49,121 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Nov 2011 47,497 miles

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

Pass 11 Nov 2010 45,301 miles

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

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Pass 6 Nov 2009 40,784 miles

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

Pass 18 Nov 2008 36,523 miles

Nearside Front Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)

Offside Front Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)

Pass 15 Nov 2007 31,649 miles

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

Pass 16 Nov 2006 28,206 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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W141 RNT is a 2000 Suzuki Jimny in Blue with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 W141 RNT, 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.

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W141 RNT is a 2000 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 29 March 2000.

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