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W961 XGS

2000 Suzuki Jimny

Black Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jul 2013
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

97,440 mi
Last recorded97,440 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2012
Typical for 2000 Suzuki Jimny66,340 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW961 XGS
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2012 97,440 miles

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

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Pass 20 Apr 2011 92,072 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Oil leak

brake pedal anti slip pad is worn slightly

Pass 6 Apr 2010 85,357 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

front number plate slightly deteriorated

oil leak

slight wear on offside front swivel joint

Pass 8 Apr 2009 78,851 miles

front number plate dirty

oil leak

wear on o/s/f suspension joint

Pass 28 Mar 2008 72,077 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2008 72,076 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 4 Apr 2007 65,682 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2006 57,670 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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W961 XGS is a 2000 Suzuki Jimny in Black with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 W961 XGS, 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 W961 XGS registered?

W961 XGS is a 2000 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 18 April 2000.

Is W961 XGS safe to buy?

The MOT history for W961 XGS shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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