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W303 TTA

2000 Suzuki Jimny

Red Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Sep 2017
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

103,109 mi
Last recorded103,109 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2016
Typical for 2000 Suzuki Jimny66,340 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW303 TTA
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2016 103,109 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2016 103,095 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)

Fail 21 Jun 2016 103,085 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Front both sides swivelpins excessive play

Pass 2 Jun 2015 95,868 miles

Both front wiper blades split on ends.

Corrosion on chassis/suspension/brakes etc.

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Front windscreen has damage out side zone A not affecting drivers view of road.

Oil leak from both front swivel seals.

Slight play in near side front wheel bearing.

Pass 9 Jun 2014 91,190 miles

Both front swivel seals leaking .

Excessive corrosion near side front inner wing not in a prescribed area.

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

General corrosion on chassis/suspension/brake pipes etc.

Near side rear shockabsorber seems weak.

Off front head light mount broken but not affecting aim.

Off side front brake hose slightly twisted.

Off side front wiper blade split on end.

Pass 13 Jun 2013 85,540 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2013 85,540 miles

Nearside Front Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)

Offside Front Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)

Pass 12 Jun 2012 80,209 miles

brake pipes undersield and slight corrosion

damage to windscreen on edge of swept area

weld repair boot floor

Fail 12 Jun 2012 80,209 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g) DANGEROUS

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

brake pipes undersield and slight corrosion

damage to windscreen on edge of swept area

weld repair boot floor

Pass 21 Jun 2011 77,229 miles

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

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

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

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

Nearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

engine oil leaks

front number plate starting to deteriorate

front to rear metal fuel pipes badly corroded but not leaking

metal breather pipes across front axle corroded

offside front axle ball seal leaking slightly

Fail 16 Jun 2011 77,117 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

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

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

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

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

Nearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

engine oil leaks

front number plate starting to deteriorate

front to rear metal fuel pipes badly corroded but not leaking

metal breather pipes across front axle corroded

offside front axle ball seal leaking slightly

Pass 14 Jun 2010 72,171 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Pass 19 Jun 2009 63,656 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2008 56,319 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Jun 2007 50,710 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2006 44,493 miles

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

Fail 16 Jun 2006 44,491 miles

Offside Front Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)

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

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

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

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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W303 TTA is a 2000 Suzuki Jimny in Red with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 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 W303 TTA, 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 W303 TTA registered?

W303 TTA is a 2000 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 19 July 2000.

Is W303 TTA safe to buy?

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