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W431 VGU

2000 Suzuki Jimny

Gold Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jan 2018
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

106,110 mi
Last recorded106,110 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2017
Typical for 2000 Suzuki Jimny66,340 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW431 VGU
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2000
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2017 106,110 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Nearside sill cover missing

Fail 26 Jan 2017 106,110 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Nearside sill cover missing

Pass 28 Jan 2016 99,046 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2014 85,625 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2013 79,221 miles

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

Pass 31 Jul 2012 71,636 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Oil leak

general corrosion under vehicle

Fail 31 Jul 2012 71,636 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Oil leak

general corrosion under vehicle

Fail 26 Jul 2011 64,595 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Fuel pipe/s corroded

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 26 Jul 2011 64,595 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Pass 22 Jun 2010 59,933 miles

oil leak

Pass 26 Jun 2009 53,529 miles

Nearside Front Upper Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

Pass 28 May 2008 46,467 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2007 40,421 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2006 31,181 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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W431 VGU is a 2000 Suzuki Jimny in Gold with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 W431 VGU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was W431 VGU registered?

W431 VGU is a 2000 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 5 May 2000.

Is W431 VGU safe to buy?

The MOT history for W431 VGU shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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