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W343 PVU

2000 Suzuki Jimny

Blue Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Mar 2015
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

93,921 mi
Last recorded93,921 miles
Recorded on10 Mar 2014
Typical for 2000 Suzuki Jimny66,340 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW343 PVU
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 10 Mar 2014 93,921 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2013 85,183 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 11 Mar 2013 85,183 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Pass 15 Feb 2012 76,082 miles

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

rear silencer deteriated

Pass 24 Feb 2011 69,513 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

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

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

Fail 21 Feb 2011 69,459 miles

Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

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

Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

Fuel pipe/s corroded

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

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

Pass 1 Mar 2010 63,090 miles

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

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

Fail 22 Feb 2010 62,974 miles

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

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

Pass 25 Feb 2009 55,657 miles

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

Fuel pipe/s corroded

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

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

Pass 14 Feb 2008 47,168 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2008 47,168 miles

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

Pass 23 Feb 2007 39,589 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2006 30,809 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2006 30,644 miles

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

Nearside Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

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

Offside Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

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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W343 PVU is a 2000 Suzuki Jimny in Blue with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 W343 PVU, 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 W343 PVU registered?

W343 PVU is a 2000 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 15 May 2000.

Is W343 PVU safe to buy?

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