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DV62 OWB

2012 Suzuki Jimny

Blue Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jan 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

47,608 mi
Last recorded47,608 miles
Recorded on6 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 Suzuki Jimny38,581 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDV62 OWB
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Jan 2026 47,608 miles

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

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Jan 2025 44,389 miles

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

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Jan 2024 41,014 miles

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

Pass 4 Jan 2023 37,916 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both front on inner faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 4 Jan 2022 34,299 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2021 31,551 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge On limit of wear (5.2.3 (e))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All tyres perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 10 Jul 2019 27,805 miles

All tyres perished

Fail 10 Jul 2019 27,805 miles

All tyres perished

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 23 May 2018 24,164 miles
Pass 17 May 2017 21,009 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2016 12,017 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2015 11,182 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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DV62 OWB is a 2012 Suzuki Jimny in Blue with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 2012 Suzuki Jimny models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.5% with a typical mileage of 38,581 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 DV62 OWB, 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 14 years old, this Suzuki Jimny is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was DV62 OWB registered?

DV62 OWB is a 2012 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 28 September 2012.

Is DV62 OWB safe to buy?

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