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X518 YGW

2000 Suzuki Jimny

Black Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Nov 2012
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

60,615 mi
Last recorded60,615 miles
Recorded on9 Nov 2011
Typical for 2000 Suzuki Jimny66,340 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX518 YGW
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Nov 2011 60,615 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2010 86,289 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2010 86,289 miles

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

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front Trailing arm attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

Pass 20 Nov 2009 46,581 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2008 36,247 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2007 24,642 miles

Steering arm damaged but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Pass 18 Oct 2006 22,536 miles

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

Pass 2 Feb 2006

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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X518 YGW is a 2000 Suzuki Jimny in Black with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 X518 YGW, 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 X518 YGW registered?

X518 YGW is a 2000 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 31 October 2000.

Is X518 YGW safe to buy?

The MOT history for X518 YGW shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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