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GU12 PNJ

2012 Suzuki Jimny

Grey Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Nov 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

116,519 mi
Last recorded116,519 miles
Recorded on30 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Suzuki Jimny38,581 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU12 PNJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Nov 2025 116,519 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2024 113,289 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2024 113,195 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2023 111,948 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2022 109,171 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2021 96,859 miles

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

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

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

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Pass 6 Oct 2020 87,611 miles

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

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

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

Pass 10 Oct 2019 77,589 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2019 77,589 miles

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

Pass 17 Oct 2018 68,590 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2018 60,875 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2017 50,005 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2016 38,811 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2015 26,444 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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GU12 PNJ is a 2012 Suzuki Jimny in Grey with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 GU12 PNJ, 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 GU12 PNJ registered?

GU12 PNJ is a 2012 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 9 March 2012.

Is GU12 PNJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU12 PNJ shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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