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W278 MKW

2000 Suzuki Jimny

Blue Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Dec 2016
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

84,923 mi
Last recorded84,923 miles
Recorded on14 Dec 2015
Typical for 2000 Suzuki Jimny66,340 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW278 MKW
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Dec 2015 84,923 miles

Offside Body has slight displacement of the body relative to the chassis corrosion near body mount (6.1.B.1a)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Fail 25 Nov 2015 84,881 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded both rear (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Front Axle swivel joint has excessive play (2.5.A.3b)

Rear Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 24 Nov 2014 78,871 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2013 71,331 miles

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

Nearside Front Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)

corrosion present to boot floor and chassis

front swivel balls leaking

Pass 14 Nov 2012 66,892 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

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

Pass 2 Nov 2011 62,164 miles

slight oil leak on o/s swivel ball

Pass 22 Nov 2010 57,743 miles

Offside Front suspension has slight movement at a suspension ball joint (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 19 Nov 2009 52,542 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 20 Nov 2008 47,164 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2007 43,113 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2006 36,357 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2005 28,456 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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W278 MKW is a 2000 Suzuki Jimny in Blue with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 W278 MKW, 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 W278 MKW registered?

W278 MKW is a 2000 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 14 April 2000.

Is W278 MKW safe to buy?

The MOT history for W278 MKW shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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