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W47 RFX

2000 Suzuki Sj 413QB Ja Samurai

Blue Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Apr 2027
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

89,024 mi
Last recorded89,024 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2026
Typical for 2000 Suzuki Sj 413QB Ja Samurai56,020 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW47 RFX
MakeSuzuki
ModelSj 413QB Ja Samurai
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2026 89,024 miles

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

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Fail 14 Apr 2026 89,017 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

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

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 14 Apr 2025 82,146 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 15 Apr 2024 62,420 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

Fail 11 Apr 2024 62,415 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases mid section (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust system insecure x2 mounts corroded off (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 29 Jun 2021 60,938 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material from load valve to hose (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 8 Jun 2020 56,299 miles

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded at holding clip (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 11 Jun 2019 55,276 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2019 55,276 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device missing (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Jun 2018 54,427 miles
Pass 25 May 2017 53,240 miles
Fail 25 May 2017 53,240 miles

Nearside Seat belt affected by an insecure seat fixing (5.2.1b)

Pass 10 Jun 2016 51,958 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2015 50,368 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2014 48,795 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2013 47,289 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2012 45,793 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2012 45,793 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 25 May 2011 43,435 miles
Pass 12 May 2010 41,313 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 1 Jun 2009 39,857 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2008 38,247 miles
Pass 14 May 2007 36,307 miles
Pass 10 May 2006 34,435 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki Sj 413QB Ja Samurai?

Based on 581 MOT tests across 100 vehicles.

65.9%
Pass Rate
2,554
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
100
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 58
Brake pipe excessively corroded 29
wheel bearing has excessive play 24
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 24
Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 21
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W47 RFX is a 2000 Suzuki Sj 413QB Ja Samurai in Blue with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

Across all 2000 Suzuki Sj 413QB Ja Samurai models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.7% with a typical mileage of 56,020 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Suzuki Sj 413QB Ja Samurai fails its MOT is seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 58 recorded failures. If you're considering buying W47 RFX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki Sj 413QB Ja Samurai typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 26 years old, this Suzuki Sj 413QB Ja Samurai is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was W47 RFX registered?

W47 RFX is a 2000 Suzuki Sj 413QB Ja Samurai, first registered on 12 May 2000.

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