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BT57 VMR

2007 Suzuki Jimny

Red Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Apr 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

199,501 mi
Last recorded199,501 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2026
Typical for 2007 Suzuki Jimny51,838 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT57 VMR
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2007
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2026 199,501 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material o/s and n/s (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Oct 2024 199,489 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front and rear (1.1.11 (c))

general corrosion to underside and suspension components

Pass 19 Jul 2023 198,836 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front and rear (1.1.11 (c))

general corrosion to underside and suspension components

Pass 12 Jul 2022 197,351 miles

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

general corrosion to underside and suspension components

Pass 19 Jul 2021 195,659 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Jul 2020 194,266 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2019 188,863 miles

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

Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Pass 27 Nov 2018 174,938 miles

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

Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Pass 27 Nov 2017 160,318 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)

Pass 12 Dec 2016 145,137 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2016 144,551 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)

Pass 26 Nov 2015 127,798 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2014 111,368 miles

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

Pass 5 Dec 2013 94,211 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2013 94,211 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 4 Dec 2012 77,450 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2011 62,470 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2010 46,403 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Pass 8 Dec 2010 46,403 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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BT57 VMR is a 2007 Suzuki Jimny in Red with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 BT57 VMR, 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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What year was BT57 VMR registered?

BT57 VMR is a 2007 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 6 December 2007.

Is BT57 VMR safe to buy?

The MOT history for BT57 VMR shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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