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FV17 YJX

2017 Suzuki Jimny

Silver Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Feb 2027
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

37,388 mi
Last recorded37,388 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2026
Typical for 2017 Suzuki Jimny22,956 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV17 YJX
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2017
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2026 37,388 miles

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

Fail 6 Feb 2026 37,388 miles

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

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

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

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Feb 2025 31,842 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 6 Feb 2025 31,778 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Jan 2024 23,471 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Feb 2023 15,927 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all tyres slightly cracking in sidewalls (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 31 Jan 2022 8,186 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2021 1,396 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2020 1,336 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2020

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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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FV17 YJX is a 2017 Suzuki Jimny in Silver with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2017 Suzuki Jimny models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.5% with a typical mileage of 22,956 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 FV17 YJX, 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 9 years old, this Suzuki Jimny is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of FV17 YJX?

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What year was FV17 YJX registered?

FV17 YJX is a 2017 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 29 June 2017.

Is FV17 YJX safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV17 YJX shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FV17 YJX have outstanding finance?

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