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W197 VMX

2000 Suzuki Jimny

Blue Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Aug 2011
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

47,142 mi
Last recorded47,142 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2010
Typical for 2000 Suzuki Jimny66,340 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW197 VMX
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2010 47,142 miles

metal fuel pipes at fuel tank corroding

n/s/f top and bottom hub swivel pins have some play

Pass 4 Aug 2009 45,596 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

both front steering swivel joints pitted on surfaces

Fail 28 Jul 2008 43,958 miles

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

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

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

both front steering swivels starting to pit

Pass 28 Jul 2008 43,958 miles

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

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

both front steering swivels starting to pit

Pass 26 Jul 2007 42,485 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2006 40,194 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2006 40,194 miles

Nearside Inner Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Inner Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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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W197 VMX is a 2000 Suzuki Jimny in Blue with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 W197 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 W197 VMX?

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What year was W197 VMX registered?

W197 VMX is a 2000 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 28 July 2000.

Is W197 VMX safe to buy?

The MOT history for W197 VMX shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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