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W189 VMX

2000 Suzuki Jimny

Green Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Nov 2010
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

84,536 mi
Last recorded84,536 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2009
Typical for 2000 Suzuki Jimny66,340 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW189 VMX
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2000
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2009 84,536 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2008 72,949 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2008 72,949 miles

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 17 Oct 2007 65,268 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Oct 2006 59,623 miles
Pass 11 May 2006 57,353 miles

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

Fail 11 May 2006 57,353 miles

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Pass 28 Jun 2005 50,663 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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W189 VMX is a 2000 Suzuki Jimny in Green with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 W189 VMX, 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

How do I check the history of W189 VMX?

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What year was W189 VMX registered?

W189 VMX is a 2000 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 30 June 2000.

Is W189 VMX safe to buy?

The MOT history for W189 VMX shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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