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W161 PHO

2000 Suzuki Jimny

Blue Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jul 2027
Tests21 (21 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

114,857 mi
Last recorded114,857 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2026
Typical for 2000 Suzuki Jimny66,340 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW161 PHO
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

21 pass
Pass 16 Jun 2026 114,857 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2025 111,360 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Jul 2024 108,380 miles
Pass 31 May 2023 105,085 miles
Pass 25 May 2022 102,456 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2021 100,095 miles

Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 10 Jun 2020 98,199 miles

Offside Suspension component ball joint has slight play anti roll bar linkage (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 15 May 2019 96,701 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

slight engine oil leak rear

Pass 2 May 2018 94,469 miles
Pass 17 May 2017 92,843 miles
Pass 18 May 2016 91,187 miles
Pass 6 May 2015 88,904 miles
Pass 21 May 2014 87,193 miles
Pass 1 May 2013 85,724 miles
Pass 9 May 2012 84,525 miles
Pass 26 May 2011 81,727 miles
Pass 15 May 2010 73,974 miles
Pass 15 May 2009 64,775 miles
Pass 15 May 2008 53,797 miles
Pass 18 May 2007 41,166 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2006 29,045 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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W161 PHO is a 2000 Suzuki Jimny in Blue with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 W161 PHO, 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 W161 PHO registered?

W161 PHO is a 2000 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 25 May 2000.

Is W161 PHO safe to buy?

The MOT history for W161 PHO shows 21 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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