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FP12 XWK

2012 Suzuki Jimny

Grey Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jul 2027
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

82,734 mi
Last recorded82,734 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2026
Typical for 2012 Suzuki Jimny38,581 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP12 XWK
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2026 82,734 miles

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

Pass 15 Jul 2025 82,027 miles

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

Pass 2 Jul 2024 79,301 miles

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

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material ONTO FLEXIBLE HOSE (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 13 Jul 2023 75,060 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2023 75,060 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Sep 2022 72,205 miles

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

Fail 26 Sep 2022 72,185 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength body mounting area - 30cm of front arm mounting (back face) (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength body mounting area - 30cm of front arm mounting (front face) (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

exhaust heat shield rattle

Pass 23 Sep 2021 68,039 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material slight corrosion on front to rear pipe. all other pipes coated in oil (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

exhaust heatshield rattling

the full underside of vehicle is coated in oil/grease

Pass 10 May 2021 66,239 miles

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

Offside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security panhard rod mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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

Pass 11 May 2020 63,223 miles

Nearside Front brake has slight bind

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

Pass 8 May 2019 59,372 miles
Fail 7 May 2019 59,372 miles

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

Offside Front Oil leaking excessively from transmission hub area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 3 May 2018 55,000 miles

Offside Front TYRE PERISHED

Pass 10 May 2017 50,436 miles

SLIGHT SURFACE RUST ON UNDERSIDE OF CAR

Pass 9 May 2016 47,230 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit n/s front (4.1.E.1)

Fail 9 May 2016 47,230 miles

Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak o/s rear (2.7.3)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit n/s front (4.1.E.1)

Pass 15 May 2015 40,799 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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FP12 XWK is a 2012 Suzuki Jimny in Grey with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 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 FP12 XWK, 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 FP12 XWK registered?

FP12 XWK is a 2012 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 23 May 2012.

Is FP12 XWK safe to buy?

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