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X479 LBJ

2000 Suzuki Jimny

Red Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Nov 2012
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

73,423 mi
Last recorded73,423 miles
Recorded on2 Nov 2011
Typical for 2000 Suzuki Jimny66,340 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX479 LBJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 2 Nov 2011 73,423 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2010 70,452 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2009 66,238 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2008 57,504 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2007 49,091 miles

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

Oil leak

both front swivel hubs corroded

front brakes rubbing slightly

off side rear tyre slightly perished and cracking

Pass 8 Sep 2006 36,137 miles

All rear brake pipes to and from LSV slightly corroded

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

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

Rear cross axle brake pipe slightly corroded

Pass 3 Sep 2005 29,726 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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X479 LBJ is a 2000 Suzuki Jimny in Red with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 X479 LBJ, 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

How do I check the history of X479 LBJ?

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What year was X479 LBJ registered?

X479 LBJ is a 2000 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 3 September 2000.

Is X479 LBJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for X479 LBJ shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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