1999 SUZUKI JIMNY1.3L PETROL

The most recent MOT on 22 May 2023 at 104,466 miles recorded a pass, yet the test is now 13 years old and the record shows recurring corrosion, brake wear and a fluid‑leaking rear shock that was flagged on 16 May 2023. The pattern suggests a maintenance regime that addressed immediate failures but left underlying corrosion and wear untouched, resulting in a stable yet unresolved condition. Mileage has risen from 99,069 miles in June 2011 to 104,466 miles in May 2013, an average of roughly 3,900 miles per year. This low annual accumulation points to light use or long periods of inactivity, which can exacerbate age‑related deterioration of seals and bushings. No later mileage entries are available, so any recent usage remains unknown. A prospective buyer should examine the power‑steering pipe and front brake hoses for progressive corrosion, verify the integrity of the front brake discs that were noted as pitted in both 2013 tests, and check the rear shock absorber for persistent fluid leakage. Inspection of the centre rear exhaust mounting, the oil‑leak source identified in 2012, and the steering free play recorded in 2011 will reveal whether the earlier remedial work has held. Finally, assess the condition of suspension bushes, transfer‑box mount and petrol pipe corrosion, as these components have shown repeated advisories and could hide structural rust or impending failure.