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BF57 CTX

2007 Suzuki Jimny

Grey Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Feb 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

96,268 mi
Last recorded96,268 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2026
Typical for 2007 Suzuki Jimny51,838 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF57 CTX
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2026 96,268 miles

Coil spring corroded all sides partially corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Offside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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

Fail 27 Jan 2026 96,251 miles

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

Offside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced body mounting area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Coil spring corroded front & rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective both (3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced near spring mounting (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced near spring mounting (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Pass 28 Jul 2025 95,237 miles

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

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill closure area (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill closure area (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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

Windscreen wiper blade defective both (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Aug 2024 92,720 miles

Coil spring corroded all (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Headlamp lens slightly defective both sides deteriorated (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Rear Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn both sides shock absorber bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

underside of vehicle coated in underseal

Pass 2 Aug 2023 91,032 miles

Central Oil leak, but not excessive transfer box appears to have an oil leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))

multiple suspension components coated in underseal

Pass 8 Aug 2022 87,308 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2022 87,308 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 1 Nov 2021 79,217 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2020 75,699 miles

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

Fail 4 Nov 2020 75,699 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 2 Sep 2019 68,489 miles

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

Pass 16 Aug 2018 63,756 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2017 57,325 miles

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

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

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Oil leak most likely gearbox ()

Pass 19 Aug 2016 50,501 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2016 50,501 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play and hub leaking oil / grease on to wheel / tyre (2.5.A.3c) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid bottle empty (8.2.3)

Pass 17 Apr 2015 44,544 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2014 38,316 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2012 28,173 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2011 21,468 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2010 13,665 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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BF57 CTX is a 2007 Suzuki Jimny in Grey with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2007 Suzuki Jimny models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.4% with a typical mileage of 51,838 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 BF57 CTX, 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 19 years old, this Suzuki Jimny is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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BF57 CTX is a 2007 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 27 September 2007.

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