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W228 SCL

2000 Suzuki Jimny

Blue Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Oct 2026
Tests26 (20 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

65,590 mi
Last recorded65,590 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2025
Typical for 2000 Suzuki Jimny66,340 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW228 SCL
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

20 pass 6 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2025 65,590 miles

Nearside Rear Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security lower front of inner wheel panel (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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

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

non standard wheels fitted

Fail 23 Oct 2025 65,584 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security lower front of inner wheel panel (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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

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

non standard wheels fitted

Pass 10 Oct 2024 62,528 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2024 62,525 miles

Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Nov 2023 60,275 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2022 59,630 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2021 57,880 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2020 56,427 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2019 54,391 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2019 88,903 miles

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

Nearside Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Nov 2018 53,357 miles

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

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

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

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

n/s and o/s sills / chassis corroded

Pass 1 Nov 2017 52,229 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded front - rears (3.6.B.2c)

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

n/s/f tyre worn on outer edge

tyres [all] deteriorated / cracked

Pass 31 Oct 2016 50,557 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2015 48,298 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2015 48,238 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Leaking at joints and at mounting weld (7.1.2)

Front brakes binding slightly

Pass 12 Nov 2014 46,544 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2013 44,773 miles

Rear registration plate obscured (6.3.1d)

Pass 31 Oct 2013 44,773 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2012 42,819 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2011 40,275 miles

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

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

Fail 15 Nov 2010 38,903 miles

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

Pass 15 Nov 2010 38,903 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2009 37,283 miles

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

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

rear tyres sidewalls scoffed

Pass 7 Nov 2008 35,802 miles

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

Pass 29 Oct 2007 32,326 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2006 27,433 miles

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

front wiper blade split

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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W228 SCL is a 2000 Suzuki Jimny in Blue with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 W228 SCL, 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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What year was W228 SCL registered?

W228 SCL is a 2000 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 30 March 2000.

Is W228 SCL safe to buy?

The MOT history for W228 SCL shows 26 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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