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GV12 PFX

2012 Suzuki Jimny

Grey Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Nov 2026
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

69,157 mi
Last recorded69,157 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Suzuki Jimny38,581 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV12 PFX
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2025 69,157 miles

vehicle has corrosion underneath

Fail 14 Nov 2025 69,157 miles

Nearside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

vehicle has corrosion underneath

Pass 12 Jul 2024 68,501 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

vehicle has corrosion underneath

Fail 3 Jul 2024 68,501 miles

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

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

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

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

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

vehicle has corrosion underneath

Pass 19 Oct 2022 64,465 miles

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Torsion Bar mount Bracket, (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Nov 2021 61,343 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2020 56,909 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2020 56,864 miles

Nearside Front Service brake grabbing severely (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 5 Nov 2019 53,881 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2018 50,171 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2018 50,171 miles

Offside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush so worn or insecure that directional stability is impaired (5.1.2 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 6 Nov 2017 42,523 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm outer edge (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm center of tread (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm inner and center (4.1.E.1)

Pass 26 Oct 2016 32,813 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2015 23,461 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2015 22,726 miles

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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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GV12 PFX is a 2012 Suzuki Jimny in Grey with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 GV12 PFX, 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 GV12 PFX registered?

GV12 PFX is a 2012 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 21 August 2012.

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