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W661 ORL

2000 Suzuki Jimny

Blue Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Sep 2018
Tests20 (13 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate65%

Mileage

91,352 mi
Last recorded91,352 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2017
Typical for 2000 Suzuki Jimny66,340 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW661 ORL
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

13 pass 7 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2017 91,352 miles

coil spring corroded all (2.4.C.1b)

floor pan and chassis area corroded

Fail 31 Aug 2017 91,352 miles

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded both rear inner arches / body mounting (2.4.A.3)

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

coil spring corroded all (2.4.C.1b)

floor pan and chassis area corroded

Fail 14 Aug 2017 90,898 miles

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to back (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to back (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings inner sill (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion under headlamp (6.1.A.1)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

Pass 22 Aug 2016 86,080 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2016 86,025 miles

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

Pass 27 Aug 2015 80,842 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2015 80,842 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Rear Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3) DANGEROUS

Pass 15 Aug 2014 75,538 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2014 75,538 miles

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

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 22 Aug 2013 69,332 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2012 64,527 miles

Nearside Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 22 Aug 2011 59,989 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2010 55,251 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2010 53,945 miles
Pass 14 May 2009 50,856 miles
Pass 8 May 2008 46,739 miles
Pass 25 May 2007 41,104 miles
Fail 18 May 2007 41,104 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)

Nearside Rear Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 19 May 2006 35,717 miles
Fail 9 May 2006 35,717 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.B3)

Nearside Rear Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Nearside Rear Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)

header tank damaged and holed

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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W661 ORL is a 2000 Suzuki Jimny in Blue with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 W661 ORL, 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 W661 ORL registered?

W661 ORL is a 2000 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 28 April 2000.

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