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W828 XKJ

2000 Suzuki Jimny

Blue Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jun 2017
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

156,092 mi
Last recorded156,092 miles
Recorded on28 May 2016
Typical for 2000 Suzuki Jimny66,340 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW828 XKJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 May 2016 156,092 miles

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

Brake pipe slightly corroded both front to rears at rear (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front tyre has nail in tread

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis rail (2.4.A.3)

both inner sills corroded

coil spring corroded both fronts (2.4.C.1b)

fuel pipes corroded

oil leak

Pass 30 May 2015 147,740 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

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

Corrosion to both rear inner sills

Fuel pipe/s corroded

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

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

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

Oil leak

Fail 30 May 2015 147,740 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

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

Corrosion to both rear inner sills

Fuel pipe/s corroded

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

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

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

Offside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

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

Oil leak

Fail 24 May 2014 137,831 miles

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

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

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

Oil leak

power steering belt deteriorated

Pass 24 May 2014 137,831 miles

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

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

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

Oil leak

power steering belt deteriorated

Pass 8 Jun 2013 128,481 miles

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

Fuel pipe/s corroded

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

aftermarket pedals fitted

corrosion along both inner sills and to both rear upper inner wheel arches

steering wheel worn

Pass 22 Jun 2012 124,380 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2011 120,856 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 25 Jun 2010 114,987 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2010 114,897 miles

Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 10 Jun 2009 54,357 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2008 99,580 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2008 99,236 miles

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

Pass 20 Jun 2007 92,026 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2007 92,026 miles

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 22 Jun 2006 82,552 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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W828 XKJ is a 2000 Suzuki Jimny in Blue with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 W828 XKJ, 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 W828 XKJ registered?

W828 XKJ is a 2000 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 30 June 2000.

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