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BV10 SYA

2010 Suzuki Jimny

Blue Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Oct 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

55,304 mi
Last recorded55,304 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2025
Typical for 2010 Suzuki Jimny43,711 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV10 SYA
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2010
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Oct 2025 55,304 miles

Front suspension corrosion

Nearside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Oil leak to engine

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing low and perishing (5.2.3 (e))

Rear suspension corrosion

Pass 22 Oct 2024 49,791 miles

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

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

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

Fail 22 Oct 2024 49,791 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

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

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

Pass 25 Oct 2023 45,520 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2023 45,421 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion to the extent that overall security or stability of the body is impaired (6.2.2 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Chassis and suspension corrosion (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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

Pass 12 Oct 2022 41,070 miles

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

Pass 22 Oct 2021 36,106 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2021 36,106 miles

Nearside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))

Offside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))

Pass 30 Oct 2020 30,517 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2020 28,883 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2020 28,883 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 21 Feb 2019 26,492 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2018 24,149 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2017 21,937 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2016 20,915 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2015 18,379 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2014 16,072 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2013 13,632 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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BV10 SYA is a 2010 Suzuki Jimny in Blue with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2010 Suzuki Jimny models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.0% with a typical mileage of 43,711 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 BV10 SYA, 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 16 years old, this Suzuki Jimny is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was BV10 SYA registered?

BV10 SYA is a 2010 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 1 March 2010.

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