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X496 LBJ

2000 Suzuki Jimny

Green Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Nov 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

76,433 mi
Last recorded76,433 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2017
Typical for 2000 Suzuki Jimny66,340 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX496 LBJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2000
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2017 76,433 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2015 76,399 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2015 76,399 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm severely distorted (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded 3 x metal brake pipes (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 22 Sep 2014 73,824 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2013 71,688 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

all brake pipes slightly corroded

rear exhaust box outer skin corroded

Pass 12 Sep 2012 69,388 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2011 65,112 miles

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

Fuel pipe/s corroded

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

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

Fail 19 Sep 2011 65,112 miles

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

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

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

Pass 3 Aug 2010 61,048 miles
Pass 28 May 2009 52,985 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Pass 17 Sep 2008 47,894 miles

Rear silencer outer skin corrded through.

Pass 19 Sep 2007 41,766 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2006 36,129 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2006 35,739 miles

Offside Steering component fractured and unserviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Pass 20 Sep 2005 29,044 miles

N/S rear seat belt not checked because child seat fitted. Water leak from metal water pipe. Rear silencer outer skin corroded through.

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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X496 LBJ is a 2000 Suzuki Jimny in Green with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 X496 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

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What year was X496 LBJ registered?

X496 LBJ is a 2000 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 1 September 2000.

Is X496 LBJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for X496 LBJ shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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