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W379 CTW

2000 Suzuki Jimny

Blue Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Feb 2026
Tests26 (19 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate73.1%

Mileage

116,271 mi
Last recorded116,271 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2026
Typical for 2000 Suzuki Jimny66,340 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW379 CTW
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

19 pass 7 fail
Fail 23 Feb 2026 116,271 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

No rear seats fitted at time of test

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material To LSV above spring area (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 19 Feb 2026 116,195 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear No rear seats fitted at time of test.

Pass 17 Feb 2025 108,941 miles

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 14 Feb 2025 108,880 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Feb 2024 103,595 miles

Nearside Inner Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security wheel arch (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Fail 3 Feb 2024 103,595 miles

Central Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.2.1 (b))

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Inner Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security wheel arch (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Dec 2021 102,947 miles

Coil spring corroded all around (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both side (1.1.11 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Mar 2021 100,575 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Mar 2020 97,045 miles

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Nearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 26 Mar 2019 91,920 miles

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Nearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 23 Mar 2019 91,880 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Offside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting inner sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Nearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 24 Mar 2018 86,795 miles

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Towball/hitch not fitted at time of test ()

Pass 24 Mar 2017 81,335 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2016 75,387 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2016 75,387 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)

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

Fail 6 Feb 2015 71,305 miles

Brake load sensing valve linkage defective and function impaired (3.6.E.3)

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Pass 6 Feb 2015 71,305 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Pass 5 Feb 2014 66,854 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2013 61,233 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2012 57,009 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2011 51,251 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2010 46,864 miles
Pass 15 May 2009 46,112 miles
Pass 23 May 2008 42,553 miles
Pass 29 May 2007 37,946 miles
Pass 22 May 2006 29,325 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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W379 CTW is a 2000 Suzuki Jimny in Blue with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.1%.

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 W379 CTW, 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 W379 CTW registered?

W379 CTW is a 2000 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 30 June 2000.

Is W379 CTW safe to buy?

The MOT history for W379 CTW shows 26 tests with a 73.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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