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X779 JNS

2000 Suzuki Jimny

Green Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2017
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

77,380 mi
Last recorded77,380 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2016
Typical for 2000 Suzuki Jimny66,340 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX779 JNS
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2000
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2016 77,380 miles

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 31 May 2016 77,380 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded LSV to flexi (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded cylinder to cylinder (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded flexi to cylinder (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases mid to rear flange (7.1.2)

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 28 May 2015 73,435 miles

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

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

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

Fail 28 May 2015 73,435 miles

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

Offside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

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

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

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

Pass 19 May 2014 69,344 miles
Pass 14 May 2013 65,864 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 24 May 2012 6,046 miles
Fail 22 May 2012 6,045 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)

BOTH FRONT SWIVEL HUBS HEAVILY CORRODED THOUGH NOT LEAKING OIL

Pass 28 Jul 2011 5,819 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2010 5,460 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2009 5,083 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2008 4,700 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2008 4,700 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 20 Jul 2007 4,184 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2007 4,184 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Pass 2 Aug 2006 3,679 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2005 3,022 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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X779 JNS is a 2000 Suzuki Jimny in Green with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 X779 JNS, 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 X779 JNS registered?

X779 JNS is a 2000 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 7 September 2000.

Is X779 JNS safe to buy?

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