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W559 SCU

2000 Suzuki Jimny

Blue Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jan 2024
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

79,357 mi
Last recorded79,357 miles
Recorded on31 Jan 2023
Typical for 2000 Suzuki Jimny66,340 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW559 SCU
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 31 Jan 2023 79,357 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2021 79,350 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2019 78,729 miles

n/s and o/s/r body mount prescribed area corroded but not considered excessive

Pass 4 Sep 2018 76,564 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Fail 15 Aug 2018 76,314 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front play in pivet point bearings

Pass 26 Sep 2017 73,540 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

O/s/r and N/s/r tyres cracking

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Underneath of vehicle heavily under sealed

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 11 Sep 2017 73,513 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner sill (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded inner wheel arch (5.2.6)

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded under body mounts (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded inner sill (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded inner wheel arch (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded under body mounts (5.2.6)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

both front inner wing corroded

offside front and offside rear tyre cracking in treads and side walls

small chip in windscreen

under body heavily under sealed

Pass 12 Aug 2016 72,481 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2015 71,098 miles

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

Offside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 5 Sep 2014 69,844 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2014 69,844 miles

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Pass 5 Sep 2013 67,930 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2012 66,288 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2012 66,288 miles

Nearside Axle swivel joint has excessive play in a swivel pin (2.5.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 6 Sep 2011 61,563 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Outer Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 1 Sep 2010 55,275 miles

Fuel pipes from tank badly coroded

Pass 28 Aug 2009 55,692 miles

Fuel pipes coroded but not leaking from tank

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Fail 1 Sep 2008 50,052 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Pass 1 Sep 2008 50,052 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2007 43,330 miles

rear exhaust box outer skin corroded

surface rust on front discs

Fail 15 Nov 2006 40,352 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 15 Nov 2006 40,352 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2005 29,811 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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W559 SCU is a 2000 Suzuki Jimny in Blue with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

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 W559 SCU, 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 W559 SCU registered?

W559 SCU is a 2000 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 31 July 2000.

Is W559 SCU safe to buy?

The MOT history for W559 SCU shows 23 tests with a 73.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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