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GK12 VDE

2012 Suzuki Jimny

Blue Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jan 2026
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

21,511 mi
Last recorded21,511 miles
Recorded on2 Jan 2025
Typical for 2012 Suzuki Jimny38,581 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK12 VDE
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 2 Jan 2025 21,511 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2024 12,708 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2023 8,504 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2022 8,385 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2021 8,235 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2020 8,067 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2019 7,868 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2018 7,570 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2017 6,804 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2016 6,037 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2015 4,951 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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GK12 VDE is a 2012 Suzuki Jimny in Blue with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 GK12 VDE, 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

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What year was GK12 VDE registered?

GK12 VDE is a 2012 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 3 March 2012.

Is GK12 VDE safe to buy?

The MOT history for GK12 VDE shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GK12 VDE have outstanding finance?

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