Suzuki Jimny Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Suzuki Jimny reliable? We analysed 677,512 real MOT tests across 43,507 vehicles to find out.
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The Suzuki Jimny is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include brake pipe excessively corroded, windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively and tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Suzuki Jimny.
Suzuki Jimny Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Suzuki Jimny. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Suzuki Jimny MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Suzuki Jimny to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Suzuki Jimny Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Suzuki Jimny fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Suzuki Jimny Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Suzuki Jimny owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Suzuki Jimny MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Suzuki Jimny year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 75 | 98.7% | 160 | 1,722 | 5,048 |
| 2023 | 68 | 91.2% | 2,919 | 7,906 | 16,504 |
| 2021 | 71 | 91.5% | 13,825 | 26,652 | 42,817 |
| 2020 | 3,350 | 92.1% | 11,436 | 19,735 | 29,830 |
| 2019 | 5,639 | 92.6% | 13,278 | 21,965 | 34,290 |
| 2018 | 3,132 | 87.1% | 13,473 | 21,992 | 34,885 |
| 2017 | 7,128 | 86.5% | 13,396 | 22,956 | 35,530 |
| 2016 | 9,003 | 85.2% | 15,586 | 26,008 | 41,120 |
| 2015 | 9,776 | 83.8% | 17,760 | 28,728 | 44,816 |
| 2014 | 9,805 | 83.7% | 18,758 | 31,741 | 48,636 |
| 2013 | 11,219 | 84.4% | 21,423 | 34,894 | 54,014 |
| 2012 | 12,657 | 82.5% | 23,450 | 38,581 | 59,063 |
| 2011 | 11,638 | 81.3% | 24,344 | 40,142 | 61,232 |
| 2010 | 11,605 | 81.0% | 25,600 | 43,711 | 65,073 |
| 2009 | 15,872 | 81.4% | 27,497 | 45,753 | 68,936 |
| 2008 | 25,440 | 79.9% | 30,491 | 49,174 | 71,686 |
| 2007 | 42,437 | 76.4% | 31,968 | 51,838 | 75,153 |
| 2006 | 47,622 | 75.2% | 33,589 | 54,260 | 77,377 |
| 2005 | 57,949 | 75.7% | 34,594 | 55,000 | 78,117 |
| 2004 | 77,230 | 75.5% | 34,890 | 55,220 | 78,632 |
How Long Does a Suzuki Jimny Last?
Based on 43,507 Suzuki Jimny vehicles on UK roads.
Suzuki Jimny Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Suzuki Jimny MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.
Best Year to Buy a Used Suzuki Jimny
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
98.7% MOT pass rate from 75 tests
70.4% MOT pass rate from 7,027 tests
The best year to buy a used Suzuki Jimny is 2024, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 98.7% across 75 tests. The 1998 model year has the lowest pass rate at 70.4% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Suzuki Jimny Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Suzuki Jimny THIS CAR | 76.0% | 677,512 | 54,397 mi | 28 yrs |
| Suzuki Swift | 76.1% | 2,247,517 | 51,601 mi | 31 yrs |
| Suzuki Alto | 74% | 1,154,186 | 41,167 mi | 28 yrs |
| Suzuki Grand Vitara | 76.2% | 1,025,634 | 67,542 mi | 28 yrs |
| Volkswagen Sharan | 72.1% | 1,070,633 | 99,516 mi | 30 yrs |
Compared to the Suzuki Swift (76.1% pass rate) and the Suzuki Alto (74.0% pass rate), the Suzuki Jimny sits in the middle of the pack on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Suzuki JimnyShould you buy a used Suzuki Jimny?
The Suzuki Jimny has an overall MOT pass rate of 76.0% across 677,512 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.
The most common problems on the Suzuki Jimny are brake pipe excessively corroded (18,210 recorded failures), windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (11,190), and tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (7,055). These are the faults most likely to cause an MOT failure on this model, so check for them carefully on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection. Many are wear-and-tear items that can be budgeted for, but a car that's already failing on multiple fronts may signal neglected maintenance.
A typical Suzuki Jimny owner drives around 3,858 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.
In terms of longevity, most Suzuki Jimny models stay on UK roads for around 28 years — a strong showing that suggests solid build quality and readily available parts. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.
Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.