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DS57 FVV

2007 Suzuki Jimny

Grey Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 May 2026
Tests23 (15 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate65.2%

Mileage

67,006 mi
Last recorded67,006 miles
Recorded on8 May 2026
Typical for 2007 Suzuki Jimny51,838 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS57 FVV
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

15 pass 8 fail
Fail 8 May 2026 67,006 miles

Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength crossmember (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength body above mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength central support bar (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength body mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 2 May 2025 64,246 miles

Exhaust deteriorated

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

corrosion on underside

Fail 25 Apr 2025 64,246 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength wheel arch x 2 (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Exhaust deteriorated

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

corrosion on underside

Pass 23 Apr 2024 62,808 miles

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outrigger (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 22 Apr 2024 62,808 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outrigger (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 31 Mar 2023 61,515 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2023 61,473 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp are incorrectly positioned (4.1.4 (a))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Pass 23 Feb 2022 59,513 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material across rear axle x2 (1.1.11 (c))

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

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive front mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive front mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 9 Feb 2022 59,513 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

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

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

Offside Front Service brake is causing the steering wheel to severely pull one way (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material across rear axle x2 (1.1.11 (c))

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

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive front mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive front mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Jan 2021 56,777 miles

offside & nearside floorpan/sill lips corroding

Pass 15 Jan 2020 49,530 miles

Central Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Lower Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 25 Jan 2019 46,506 miles

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

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

Fail 14 Jan 2019 46,498 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 15 Dec 2017 41,599 miles

Front Front suspension has slight movement at a suspension ball joint balls slight corrosion (2.5.A.1c)

Lower Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Fail 15 Dec 2017 41,599 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Front Front suspension has slight movement at a suspension ball joint balls slight corrosion (2.5.A.1c)

Lower Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 5 Jan 2017 37,383 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2016 36,265 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2015 32,614 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2014 28,553 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2013 24,786 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2012 20,911 miles

Rear exhaust box corroded

Rear tyres pereshing / cracking

Pass 12 Jan 2011 17,700 miles
Fail 29 Dec 2010 17,695 miles

Nearside Front Axle swivel joint has excessive movement between a swivel joint and its housing (2.5.A.1b)

Nearside front brake grabbing severely (3.7.A.2b)

Offside Front Axle swivel joint has excessive movement between a swivel joint and its housing (2.5.A.1b) DANGEROUS

inner edge off both front discs corroded

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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DS57 FVV is a 2007 Suzuki Jimny in Grey with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65.2%.

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 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 DS57 FVV, 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 DS57 FVV registered?

DS57 FVV is a 2007 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 6 December 2007.

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