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X179 CTH

2000 Suzuki Jimny

Blue Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jun 2021
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

85,120 mi
Last recorded85,120 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2020
Typical for 2000 Suzuki Jimny66,340 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX179 CTH
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2020 85,120 miles

o/s and n/s rear cross member rusty out of area

Fail 5 Jun 2020 85,119 miles

Offside Rear Fuel pipe leaking excessively or a risk of fire (6.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

o/s and n/s rear cross member rusty out of area

Pass 11 Jun 2019 82,017 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Pass 15 Jun 2018 78,799 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 2 Jun 2017 75,596 miles

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

Fail 1 Jun 2017 75,596 miles

Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords both (4.1.D.1a)

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

Pass 14 Jun 2016 72,994 miles

Chassis corroded in places.

Rear body mounts starting to corrode.

Pass 10 Jun 2015 71,846 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2015 71,844 miles

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

Offside Rear Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)

Pass 13 Jun 2014 70,219 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2013 68,338 miles

Metal brake and fuel lines on underside starting to corrode.

Pass 8 Jun 2012 66,147 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2011 64,108 miles

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

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

SLIGHT CORROSION TO FUEL PIPES

Pass 12 Jun 2010 62,400 miles

Nearside front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 8 Jun 2009 60,202 miles

rear outer seat belts only checked car full seats folded down

Pass 3 Jun 2008 58,257 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2007 55,994 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2006 51,995 miles

both front tyres on limit on edges

front number plate in poor condition

n/s/f brake binding slightly

n/s/f brake binding slightly

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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X179 CTH is a 2000 Suzuki Jimny in Blue with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 X179 CTH, 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 X179 CTH registered?

X179 CTH is a 2000 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 16 September 2000.

Is X179 CTH safe to buy?

The MOT history for X179 CTH shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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