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AY16 YAO

2016 Suzuki Jimny

Grey Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Mar 2026
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

103,739 mi
Last recorded103,739 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2025
Typical for 2016 Suzuki Jimny26,008 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY16 YAO
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2016
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Mar 2025 103,739 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced corrosion to chassis outrunner (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 6 Mar 2025 103,739 miles

Nearside Front Lower Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced corrosion to chassis outrunner (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 29 Feb 2024 87,994 miles

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

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Mar 2023 71,412 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both Rears (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 3 Mar 2022 49,698 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 25 Feb 2021 34,918 miles

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

Power steering pump has slight seepage Front seal on pump (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 4 Mar 2020 29,851 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2019 18,502 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2019 18,502 miles

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

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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AY16 YAO is a 2016 Suzuki Jimny in Grey with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2016 Suzuki Jimny models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.2% with a typical mileage of 26,008 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AY16 YAO, 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 10 years old, this Suzuki Jimny is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was AY16 YAO registered?

AY16 YAO is a 2016 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 10 March 2016.

Is AY16 YAO safe to buy?

The MOT history for AY16 YAO shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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