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X975 NJO

2000 Suzuki Jimny

Blue Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Oct 2021
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

118,172 mi
Last recorded118,172 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2020
Typical for 2000 Suzuki Jimny66,340 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX975 NJO
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Oct 2020 118,172 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

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

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

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

Steering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))

rear seats removed prior to test

Fail 27 Aug 2020 117,951 miles

Nearside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Middle (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded 3x Brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Middle (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded 2x Front to Rear brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

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

Rear Lower Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Shock mounts (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Panhard arm mounts corroded

Rear Seat belt mounts repaired with fibreglass

Rear Seats removed prior to test

Rear Upper Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Shock mounts (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Steering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))

Pass 14 Sep 2019 112,710 miles

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

boot floor corroded ubove body mounts

brake pipes covered in underseal

fuel pipes corroded

n/s/f floor corroded

rear inner wheel arches corroded

rear lower spring cups corroded

Fail 11 Sep 2019 112,713 miles

Nearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced no image (4.1.4 (a))

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced no image (4.1.4 (a))

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced floor both sides (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

boot floor corroded ubove body mounts

brake pipes covered in underseal

fuel pipes corroded

n/s/f floor corroded

rear inner wheel arches corroded

rear lower spring cups corroded

Pass 7 Sep 2018 110,348 miles

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

chip windscreen o/s

Pass 4 Oct 2017 107,328 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 15 Oct 2016 104,874 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 10 Oct 2015 102,777 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2014 100,915 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 3 Oct 2013 97,722 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2012 89,604 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2012 85,251 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2011 71,752 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 27 Jan 2011 71,752 miles

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

Pass 26 Nov 2009 57,078 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Sep 2008 48,704 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2007 45,771 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2007 45,771 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 8 Sep 2006 41,572 miles

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

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

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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X975 NJO is a 2000 Suzuki Jimny in Blue with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 X975 NJO, 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 X975 NJO registered?

X975 NJO is a 2000 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 1 September 2000.

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The MOT history for X975 NJO shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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