CarVerify

Free Car Check

W247 RNP

2000 Suzuki Jimny

Green Petrol 1298cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Oct 2020
Tests22 (14 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

63,538 mi
Last recorded63,538 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2019
Typical for 2000 Suzuki Jimny66,340 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Suzuki
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationW247 RNP
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2000
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

14 pass 8 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2019 63,538 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2019 63,530 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded rear main brake pipeabove tank and then to cross over limiter valve (1.1.11 (c))

Oil leaking excessively from engine cam cover/ rocker gasket and cam end seals (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Apr 2018 61,115 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2017 58,182 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2017 58,182 miles

Brake pad(s) has restricted free movement n/s and o/s (3.5.1k)

Brake pipe excessively corroded main brake pipe at rear (3.6.B.2c)

Offside front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 30 Mar 2016 55,276 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2015 52,714 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2015 52,714 miles

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

Pass 1 Apr 2014 49,703 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2014 49,703 miles

Offside Front Lower Axle swivel joint has excessive play in a ball joint (2.5.A.3b)

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

Pass 22 Apr 2013 47,702 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2012 45,002 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2011 42,683 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2011 42,683 miles

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

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 20 Apr 2010 40,574 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2010 40,574 miles

Nearside Lower Axle swivel joint has excessive play (2.5.A.3b)

corroded rusty swivel balls rusty water dripping out

Pass 22 Apr 2009 35,439 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2009 35,439 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 23 Apr 2008 34,666 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2007 33,825 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2007 23,825 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 21 Apr 2006 32,420 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
Full Suzuki Jimny reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

W247 RNP is a 2000 Suzuki Jimny in Green with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 W247 RNP, 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 W247 RNP?

You can check the full history of W247 RNP by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was W247 RNP registered?

W247 RNP is a 2000 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 10 June 2000.

Is W247 RNP safe to buy?

The MOT history for W247 RNP shows 22 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does W247 RNP have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on W247 RNP. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.