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X448 VCD

2000 Suzuki Jimny

Blue Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Oct 2021
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

104,576 mi
Last recorded104,576 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2022
Typical for 2000 Suzuki Jimny66,340 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX448 VCD
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Fail 10 Nov 2022 104,576 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device missing cap missing (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting valance (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting floorpan/ inner sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting inner wheel arch (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting valance (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded both coils (5.3.1 (b) (i))

all tyres have lumps between the treads and sidewalls but could be normal undulations

slight play in both front swivel joints

Pass 13 Oct 2020 96,368 miles

Nearside Rear Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Fail 12 Oct 2020 96,368 miles

Rear Registration plate missing (0.1 (a))

Nearside Rear Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 16 Oct 2019 93,231 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2019 93,228 miles

Battery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Front Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

Fail 30 Sep 2019 93,176 miles

Central Exhaust system insecure mounting broken (6.1.2 (a))

Front Battery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 20 Sep 2018 89,679 miles

Offside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Fail 15 Sep 2018 89,679 miles

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Rear Other passenger door catch insecure (6.2.3 (c) (ii))

Offside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 21 Oct 2017 88,064 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2016 85,324 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2015 81,614 miles

Offside Front Body has slight corrosion holed by outrigger (6.1.B.2)

Pass 27 Aug 2014 81,220 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2013 76,879 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2012 76,051 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2011 72,058 miles

battery insecure

front axle tie bar bushes in poor condition

front to rear metal fuel pipe corroding

Pass 29 Aug 2010 66,259 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2009 60,551 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2008 56,324 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2007 48,492 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2006 37,737 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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X448 VCD is a 2000 Suzuki Jimny in Blue with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 X448 VCD, 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 X448 VCD registered?

X448 VCD is a 2000 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 9 September 2000.

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