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X472 JCW

2000 Suzuki Jimny

Blue Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Aug 2018
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

74,380 mi
Last recorded74,380 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2017
Typical for 2000 Suzuki Jimny66,340 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX472 JCW
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 Aug 2017 74,380 miles

body has multiple places of corrosion but not affecting strength or mountings

Pass 19 Aug 2016 71,268 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2015 67,640 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 20 Sep 2014 64,100 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

some corrosion to all steel brake pipes serviceable on test

some corrosion to underside of vehicle serviceable on test

Fail 12 Sep 2014 64,099 miles

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

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

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

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

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

some corrosion to all steel brake pipes serviceable on test

some corrosion to underside of vehicle serviceable on test

Pass 23 Oct 2013 60,289 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

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

exhaust in poor condition serviceable on test

some corrosion to all steel brake pipes (heavily greased) serviceable on test

Fail 23 Oct 2013 60,289 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

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

exhaust in poor condition serviceable on test

some corrosion to all steel brake pipes (heavily greased) serviceable on test

Pass 18 Oct 2012 57,614 miles

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

all steel brake pipes heavily greased

Fail 17 Oct 2012 57,597 miles

Nearside Rear Trailing arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

all steel brake pipes heavily greased

Pass 20 Oct 2011 54,406 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2010 50,840 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

bodywork starting to rust and corrode

front and rear axle tie bars bushes deteriorating

Pass 22 Oct 2009 82,186 miles

f/o/s brake disc inner face corroding

Pass 16 Oct 2008 40,471 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2007 35,338 miles

all tyres wearing low and nail in f/o/s

Pass 19 Oct 2006 30,200 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 19 Oct 2006 30,200 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 20 Oct 2005 46,282 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2005 46,282 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)

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

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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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X472 JCW 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 72.2%.

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 X472 JCW, 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 X472 JCW registered?

X472 JCW is a 2000 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 1 September 2000.

Is X472 JCW safe to buy?

The MOT history for X472 JCW shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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