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W542 UUJ

2000 Suzuki Jimny

Green Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jun 2015
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

111,878 mi
Last recorded111,878 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2014
Typical for 2000 Suzuki Jimny66,340 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW542 UUJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2000
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2014 111,878 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2013 98,289 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 10 Apr 2012 92,897 miles
Pass 27 May 2011 86,158 miles
Pass 14 May 2010 78,121 miles
Pass 28 May 2009 72,218 miles
Fail 28 May 2009 72,218 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Centre Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Inner Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 19 May 2008 67,941 miles

Offside Rear Rear reflector slightly deteriorated but function not impaired (1.5.1c)

Offside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Fail 19 May 2008 67,941 miles

Offside Rear Rear reflector slightly deteriorated but function not impaired (1.5.1c)

Offside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 17 May 2007 61,981 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2006 58,125 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2006 58,125 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.6.D2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.6.D2)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

c bar bushes just starting to split still ok swival hubs lightly pitted and damp brake discs lightly pitted

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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W542 UUJ is a 2000 Suzuki Jimny in Green with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 W542 UUJ, 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 W542 UUJ registered?

W542 UUJ is a 2000 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 1 August 2000.

Is W542 UUJ safe to buy?

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