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GJ62 NPK

2012 Suzuki Jimny

Grey Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Apr 2027
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

83,642 mi
Last recorded83,642 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 Suzuki Jimny38,581 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ62 NPK
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2026 83,642 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2025 80,137 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2024 80,016 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2023 78,852 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material n/s and o/s (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 10 Aug 2022 77,492 miles

Offside Front Brake pipes corroded

Sill covers fitted not allowing full inspection

Fail 10 Aug 2022 77,492 miles

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

Nearside Front Outer Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake pipes corroded

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Sill covers fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 28 Aug 2021 75,173 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 28 Aug 2021 75,173 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Pass 1 Sep 2020 73,053 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2020 73,052 miles

Battery leaking (4.13 (b))

Pass 12 Aug 2019 69,791 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2018 60,851 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2017 50,376 miles

Both rear tyres worn close to the legal limit.

Heavy wear to front brake discs.

Fail 19 Jul 2017 50,376 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Both rear tyres worn close to the legal limit.

Heavy wear to front brake discs.

Pass 22 Jul 2016 40,037 miles

Offside Front Outer Tyre worn close to the legal limit edge (4.1.E.1)

Pass 1 Sep 2015 31,633 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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GJ62 NPK is a 2012 Suzuki Jimny in Grey with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 GJ62 NPK, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of GJ62 NPK?

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What year was GJ62 NPK registered?

GJ62 NPK is a 2012 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 4 September 2012.

Is GJ62 NPK safe to buy?

The MOT history for GJ62 NPK shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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