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X116 ABU

2000 Suzuki Jimny

Green Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Nov 2026
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

102,101 mi
Last recorded102,101 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2025
Typical for 2000 Suzuki Jimny66,340 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX116 ABU
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2000
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 19 Nov 2025 102,101 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2024 97,092 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2023 95,172 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2022 95,157 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner arch at the front extremely corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rears 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Windscreen wiper blade defective both wipers split (3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 5 Oct 2022 95,151 miles

Front Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 18 Aug 2020 94,807 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2019 89,942 miles

Rear Exhaust mounting defective back box (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 12 Jul 2018 82,803 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all rear brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Fail 9 Jul 2018 82,778 miles

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

Nearside Rear Inner Cab or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a cab mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Cab or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a cab mounting wheel arch (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all rear brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Pass 7 Jun 2017 74,876 miles

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

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

Nearside Rear tyre has 2X nails and 1 screw in it

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 11 Apr 2016 66,753 miles

Front tyres perished

Pass 1 May 2015 58,766 miles
Pass 2 May 2014 50,092 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2014 50,035 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

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

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

Pass 26 Apr 2013 45,664 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2012 44,919 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2011 43,687 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2010 43,189 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2010 43,189 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 11 Mar 2009 42,340 miles

Battery insecure

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

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

Pass 13 Feb 2008 41,392 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2007 39,688 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2006 34,944 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

both front discs rusty

offside rear tyre soft

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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X116 ABU is a 2000 Suzuki Jimny in Green with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 X116 ABU, 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 X116 ABU registered?

X116 ABU is a 2000 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 11 September 2000.

Is X116 ABU safe to buy?

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