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FG57 VVS

2007 Suzuki Jimny

Red Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Dec 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

99,173 mi
Last recorded99,173 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2025
Typical for 2007 Suzuki Jimny51,838 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG57 VVS
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2007
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Dec 2025 99,173 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 30 Dec 2024 96,421 miles

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

Pass 19 Dec 2023 93,075 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2022 89,270 miles

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

Pass 14 Dec 2021 81,343 miles

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

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

Pass 17 Dec 2020 77,091 miles

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

Pass 24 Jun 2019 70,699 miles

All tyres cracking

Both offside and nearside front has corrosion near body mountings

Fail 21 Jun 2019 70,699 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

All tyres cracking

Both offside and nearside front has corrosion near body mountings

Offside front brake slightly binding

Pass 12 Jun 2018 66,474 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2017 61,356 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 12 Jun 2017 61,328 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 3 Jun 2016 53,931 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2015 46,864 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2014 36,053 miles

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

excessive oil leak from offside front axle hub seal

Pass 5 Jul 2013 25,400 miles

exhaust corroded

nearside front tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 3 Oct 2012 23,880 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2012 23,875 miles

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

Offside front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 5 Oct 2011 21,524 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2010 18,793 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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FG57 VVS 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 FG57 VVS, 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 FG57 VVS registered?

FG57 VVS is a 2007 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 29 September 2007.

Is FG57 VVS safe to buy?

The MOT history for FG57 VVS 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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