CarVerify

Free Car Check

X483 LBJ

2000 Suzuki Jimny

Green Petrol 1298cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jan 2023
Tests25 (18 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate72%

Mileage

108,047 mi
Last recorded108,047 miles
Recorded on18 Jan 2022
Typical for 2000 Suzuki Jimny66,340 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Suzuki
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationX483 LBJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2000
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

18 pass 7 fail
Pass 18 Jan 2022 108,047 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

under side corrosion front to rear

Fail 10 Dec 2021 108,784 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

headlamp patterns deteriorated

Pass 9 Dec 2020 102,951 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2019 94,737 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 4 Jun 2019 94,737 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded BOTH REAR (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Jun 2018 93,399 miles

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 5 Jun 2018 93,399 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% (1.2.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 7 Jun 2017 91,204 miles

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

nearside and offside rear brake pipes are slightly corroded

Pass 16 May 2016 88,907 miles

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)

all of the tyres are perished/ cracked

nearside and offside front brakes are slightly binding

Pass 18 May 2015 86,471 miles

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

Fuel pipe/s corroded

all of the tyres are perished and getting low

Pass 9 Jun 2014 84,339 miles

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

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

Fail 9 Jun 2014 84,339 miles

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 12 Jun 2013 82,507 miles

slight corrosion to all brake pipes

Pass 12 Jun 2012 79,383 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2011 74,727 miles

Nearside Front Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)

nearside front tracta joint seal leaking.

offside front tracta joint ball pitted.

Pass 5 Nov 2010 72,708 miles

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

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

Fail 5 Nov 2010 72,706 miles

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

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

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

Pass 7 Nov 2009 68,917 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2009 67,890 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2009 67,890 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 22 Sep 2008 60,903 miles

(6) Rear exhaust box corroded slightly.

Fail 13 Sep 2008 60,864 miles

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

(6) Rear exhaust box corroded slightly.

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 7 Sep 2007 44,923 miles

(5) Both offside tyres worn close to legal limit.

(5) Front brake discs corroded close to limit.

(6) Nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit.

Pass 15 Sep 2006 35,501 miles

(6) Rear exhaust corroded slightly.

Pass 13 Sep 2005 28,422 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
Full Suzuki Jimny reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

X483 LBJ is a 2000 Suzuki Jimny in Green with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72%.

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 X483 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 X483 LBJ?

You can check the full history of X483 LBJ by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was X483 LBJ registered?

X483 LBJ is a 2000 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 30 October 2000.

Is X483 LBJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for X483 LBJ shows 25 tests with a 72% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does X483 LBJ have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on X483 LBJ. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.