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X481 AHL

2000 Suzuki Jimny

Red Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Feb 2020
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

107,398 mi
Last recorded107,398 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2019
Typical for 2000 Suzuki Jimny66,340 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX481 AHL
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2019 107,398 miles

Front Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

radiator looks aged

Fail 26 Feb 2019 107,398 miles

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

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

Front Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

radiator looks aged

Pass 1 Aug 2017 103,052 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2017 103,052 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 28 Jun 2016 97,321 miles

engine oil leaks

front number plate slightly damaged

rear wiper blade split

Pass 23 May 2015 91,043 miles

both rear discs corroded

engine oil leaks

rear wiper blade split

Fail 22 May 2015 91,043 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

both rear discs corroded

engine oil leaks

rear wiper blade split

Pass 20 May 2014 79,191 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2008 78,077 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2008 78,077 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside 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 15 Jun 2007 71,406 miles

h.t leads or coils ticking. †front brake pads low. †n/s/f tyre near legal limit.

Pass 30 May 2006 58,413 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2005 47,653 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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X481 AHL is a 2000 Suzuki Jimny in Red with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 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 X481 AHL, 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 X481 AHL registered?

X481 AHL is a 2000 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 15 September 2000.

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