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X431 VVY

2000 Suzuki Jimny

Blue Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 May 2024
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

75,709 mi
Last recorded75,709 miles
Recorded on18 May 2023
Typical for 2000 Suzuki Jimny66,340 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX431 VVY
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 18 May 2023 75,709 miles

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

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Wheel bearing has slight play both front hub bearings (5.1.3 (a) (i))

heavy corrosion to all underside of vehicle

Pass 2 Jan 2018 73,541 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt cut but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

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

Offside Front Lower Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

chassis slightly corroded o/s/r

front to rear fuel pipes corroded

Pass 21 Dec 2016 70,281 miles

both front to rear fuel pipes corroded badly

Fail 20 Dec 2016 70,273 miles

Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Lower Axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering (2.5.A.3a)

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

both front to rear fuel pipes corroded badly

n/s/f hub oil seal leaking

Pass 18 Dec 2015 66,118 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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

metal fuel pipes are slightly corroded

Fail 14 Dec 2015 66,118 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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

metal fuel pipes are slightly corroded

Pass 12 Dec 2014 62,865 miles

Gearbox mounting defective

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

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

Pass 4 Dec 2013 59,354 miles

eml on

o/s sill corroded and holed not in prescribed aria

Pass 14 Dec 2012 55,892 miles

fuel pipes corroded

mil light on

Fail 14 Dec 2012 55,892 miles

Nearside Front front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

fuel pipes corroded

mil light on

Pass 14 Dec 2011 51,743 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2011 51,743 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 9 Jul 2010 47,543 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2010 47,543 miles

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

boot floor corroded and holed.

Pass 4 Jan 2010 46,255 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2010 46,255 miles

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

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

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

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2) DANGEROUS

Pass 14 Jan 2009 48,768 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2008 38,005 miles

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

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

near side wiper blade slightly deteriorated

Pass 12 Dec 2006 32,187 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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X431 VVY is a 2000 Suzuki Jimny in Blue with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 X431 VVY, 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 X431 VVY registered?

X431 VVY is a 2000 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 16 December 2000.

Is X431 VVY safe to buy?

The MOT history for X431 VVY shows 19 tests with a 68.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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