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X898 JVV

2000 Suzuki Jimny

Gold Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Feb 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

84,938 mi
Last recorded84,938 miles
Recorded on19 Feb 2026
Typical for 2000 Suzuki Jimny66,340 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX898 JVV
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2000
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Feb 2026 84,938 miles

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

Slight oil leak

Fail 14 Feb 2026 84,902 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

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

Pass 18 Feb 2025 81,826 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2024 79,553 miles

NO REAR SEATS FITTED AT TIME OF MOT

Pass 2 Dec 2022 78,376 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All front and rear brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive Engine/gearbox oil leaks (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Underbody/suspension parts getting rusty in places

Pass 30 Nov 2021 76,905 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive Engine/gearbox oil leaks (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Suspension parts getting rusty in places

Pass 9 Dec 2020 75,295 miles

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

Suspension parts getting rusty in places

Pass 6 Dec 2019 73,302 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Getting very rusty (6.1.2 (a))

Suspension parts getting rusty places

Pass 21 Nov 2018 69,933 miles

EXHAUST VERY RUSTY

FRONT TO REAR BRAKE PIPE SLIGHTLY DAMAGE

SLIGHT OIL LEAK

SUSPENSION PARTS/UNDER BODY GETTING RUSTY IN PLACES

Pass 5 Dec 2017 67,212 miles

BOTH FRONT TYRES WORN ON EDGES AND GETTING CLOSE TO LIMITS

Brake pipe slightly damaged FRONT TO REAR (2.2.D.2b)

EXHAUST GETTING RUSTY AND SLIGHT LEAKS

SUSPENSION PARTS GETTING RUSTY IN PLACES

Pass 6 Dec 2016 64,004 miles

BRAKE PIPES/EXHAUST/SUSPENSION RUSTY IN PLACES

O/S/F TYRE WORN ON OUTER EDGE AND GETTING LOW

Pass 1 Dec 2015 60,589 miles

REAR EXHAUST BOX RUSTY

Pass 9 Dec 2014 56,555 miles

1/ REAR EXHAUST RUSTY

Pass 4 Oct 2013 51,592 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2012 50,411 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 2 Oct 2012 50,411 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 22 Sep 2011 49,225 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2010 47,856 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2009 46,280 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2008 44,659 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2007 43,322 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2006 42,444 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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X898 JVV is a 2000 Suzuki Jimny in Gold with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 X898 JVV, 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 X898 JVV registered?

X898 JVV is a 2000 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 16 December 2000.

Is X898 JVV safe to buy?

The MOT history for X898 JVV shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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