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X478 JCW

2000 Suzuki Jimny

Blue Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jan 2021
Tests21 (14 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

101,251 mi
Last recorded101,251 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2019
Typical for 2000 Suzuki Jimny66,340 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX478 JCW
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

14 pass 7 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2019 101,251 miles

unable to fully inspect under side of vehicle due to very thick underseal

Pass 27 Jul 2018 100,879 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2018 100,879 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 18 Mar 2017 98,953 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2017

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded mark in yellow (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired mark in yellow (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill mark inyellow (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded body mounting mark in yellow (2.4.A.3)

Pass 4 Mar 2016 95,344 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2015 94,494 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2015 94,463 miles

Offside Front Axle swivel joint has excessive play (2.5.A.3b)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 11 Aug 2014 92,727 miles

rear seats missing

Fail 6 Aug 2014 92,707 miles

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

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

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

rear seats missing

Pass 30 Jul 2013 91,039 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2013 91,039 miles

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking from a joint (2.3.3b)

Pass 10 Aug 2012 88,772 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

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

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

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

Fail 6 Aug 2012 88,768 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

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

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

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

Pass 4 Nov 2011 85,751 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2010 79,545 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2010 79,543 miles

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

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 2 Nov 2009 72,082 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2008 57,692 miles

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

engine management light on dash

Pass 29 Aug 2007 46,546 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2006 35,439 miles

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

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

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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X478 JCW is a 2000 Suzuki Jimny in Blue with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 X478 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.

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What year was X478 JCW registered?

X478 JCW is a 2000 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 8 September 2000.

Is X478 JCW safe to buy?

The MOT history for X478 JCW shows 21 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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