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DS57 FVZ

2007 Suzuki Jimny

Grey Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Apr 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

76,963 mi
Last recorded76,963 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2026
Typical for 2007 Suzuki Jimny51,838 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2026 76,963 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2025 76,860 miles

underside of vehicle is corroded

Pass 17 Oct 2024 76,447 miles

windscreen has damage

Fail 16 Oct 2024 76,444 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded all metal brake pipes are heavily corroded (1.1.11 (c))

underside of vehicle heavily corroded

windscreen has damage

Pass 1 Nov 2023 76,106 miles

underside of vehicle corroded

Pass 7 Nov 2022 75,777 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2021 75,222 miles

exhaust corroded

Pass 29 Oct 2020 74,625 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2019 73,835 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

Pass 15 Oct 2018 72,555 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))

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

Rear exhaust outer skin heavily corroded

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing front and rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 25 Oct 2017 71,285 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded front and rear (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 15 Nov 2016 69,875 miles

Exhaust back box deteriorated

Nearside Front tyre perished/cracked

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Rear Exhaust touches body

Fail 10 Nov 2016 69,869 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings outrigger (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings outrigger (6.1.B.2)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Exhaust back box deteriorated

Nearside Front tyre perished/cracked

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Nearside Rear tyre perished/cracked

Offside Front tyre perished/cracked

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear tyre perished/cracked

Rear Exhaust touches body

Pass 5 Jan 2016 68,151 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2015 65,382 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2014 64,578 miles

n/s wiper blade deteriorated but clearing screen

Pass 9 Dec 2013 58,673 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2012 48,242 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2011 37,846 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2010 26,327 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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DS57 FVZ 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 90%.

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 DS57 FVZ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DS57 FVZ registered?

DS57 FVZ is a 2007 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 31 December 2007.

Is DS57 FVZ safe to buy?

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