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W348 RCG

2000 Suzuki Jimny

Red Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Mar 2019
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

82,567 mi
Last recorded82,567 miles
Recorded on8 Mar 2018
Typical for 2000 Suzuki Jimny66,340 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW348 RCG
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Mar 2018 82,567 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 27 May 2017 80,190 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear tyres worn slightly on outer edges

Pass 7 May 2016 76,074 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive door sill (5.2.6)

Pass 16 May 2015 71,998 miles
Pass 17 May 2014 67,151 miles

slight gearbox oil leak

Pass 22 May 2013 64,934 miles
Pass 17 May 2012 62,535 miles

front tractor ball joints rusty

fuel pipes under the car rusty in one spot under the car

oil on the engine

Fail 17 May 2012 62,535 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

front tractor ball joints rusty

exhaust in poor condition and hits tow bar

fuel pipes under the car rusty in one spot under the car

oil on the engine

Pass 20 May 2011 55,843 miles
Pass 25 May 2010 48,488 miles

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

rear exhaust in poor condition

Pass 14 May 2009 43,557 miles
Pass 9 May 2008 40,359 miles
Pass 22 May 2007 37,349 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2006 32,253 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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W348 RCG is a 2000 Suzuki Jimny in Red with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 W348 RCG, 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 W348 RCG registered?

W348 RCG is a 2000 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 11 August 2000.

Is W348 RCG safe to buy?

The MOT history for W348 RCG shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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