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GF12 XYX

2012 Suzuki Jimny

Black Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Feb 2027
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

107,053 mi
Last recorded107,053 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 Suzuki Jimny38,581 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF12 XYX
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2026 107,053 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2026 107,053 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect bulb fitted incorrectly (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 19 Feb 2025 101,968 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2023 101,214 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective split at end (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Jun 2022 93,712 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2022 93,709 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Pass 22 Jun 2021 84,921 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2021 84,921 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Jun 2020 76,214 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2019 67,285 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2018 58,502 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2017 49,455 miles

Nearside Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 17 Jun 2016 39,599 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2015 30,294 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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GF12 XYX is a 2012 Suzuki Jimny in Black with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 GF12 XYX, 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 GF12 XYX registered?

GF12 XYX is a 2012 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 20 July 2012.

Is GF12 XYX safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF12 XYX shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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