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YC51 AZJ

2001 Suzuki Jimny

Red Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Oct 2017
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

52,641 mi
Last recorded52,641 miles
Recorded on25 Oct 2016
Typical for 2001 Suzuki Jimny60,732 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC51 AZJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc
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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Oct 2016 52,641 miles

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Various front and rear suspension components corroded

Fail 20 Oct 2016 52,639 miles

Nearside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings Front and rear (6.1.B.2)

Offside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings Front and rear (6.1.B.2)

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Various front and rear suspension components corroded

Pass 13 Oct 2015 47,796 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2014 45,153 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Nearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Oil leak

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

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

Fail 8 Oct 2014 45,148 miles

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

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Nearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Oil leak

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

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

Pass 10 Oct 2013 43,277 miles

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

Pass 9 Oct 2012 38,496 miles

Front tractor swivel hub joints corroded

Pass 11 Oct 2011 35,664 miles

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

front brake discs slightly pitted and corroded

Pass 12 Oct 2010 33,508 miles

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

brake discs corroded

Pass 16 Jun 2009 30,441 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2009 30,441 miles

Nearside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Oil leak

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

engine management light on

n/s front drive ball socket seal leaking

Pass 11 Jun 2008 26,563 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2007 21,755 miles

near side axel swivel corroaded and leaking oil

Pass 2 Jun 2006 18,273 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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YC51 AZJ is a 2001 Suzuki Jimny in Red with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 2001 Suzuki Jimny models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.3% with a typical mileage of 60,732 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 YC51 AZJ, 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 25 years old, this Suzuki Jimny is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was YC51 AZJ registered?

YC51 AZJ is a 2001 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 26 November 2001.

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