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GY61 GDV

2012 Suzuki Jimny

White Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Nov 2026
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

106,018 mi
Last recorded106,018 miles
Recorded on18 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 Suzuki Jimny38,581 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGY61 GDV
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 18 Oct 2025 106,018 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2024 100,816 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2024 100,813 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Oct 2023 96,314 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2022 92,070 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2022 92,070 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 22 Oct 2021 86,263 miles

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

Fail 22 Oct 2021 86,263 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Nov 2020 81,723 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 5 Nov 2020 81,723 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 12 Nov 2019 76,564 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2018 69,028 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2018 69,027 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively twisted incorrect located on caliper (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 20 Nov 2017 60,227 miles

Offside Front drivers side front swivel joint seal leaking slightly

Fail 20 Nov 2017 60,227 miles

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

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working drivers side front side lamp not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Outer Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick brake discs worn and corroded (3.5.1g)

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

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Offside Front drivers side front swivel joint seal leaking slightly

Pass 1 Dec 2016 50,550 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 9 Dec 2015 40,876 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2014 30,551 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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GY61 GDV is a 2012 Suzuki Jimny in White with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 GY61 GDV, 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 GY61 GDV registered?

GY61 GDV is a 2012 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 20 January 2012.

Is GY61 GDV safe to buy?

The MOT history for GY61 GDV shows 18 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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