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L2 BCT

2007 Suzuki Jimny

Red Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Aug 2027
Tests28 (19 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate67.9%

Mileage

96,460 mi
Last recorded96,460 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2026
Typical for 2007 Suzuki Jimny51,838 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL2 BCT
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2007
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

19 pass 9 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2026 96,460 miles

Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Chassis (spring mounting area) (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 20 Jul 2026 96,330 miles

Front Inner Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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

Offside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Chassis (spring mounting area) (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Jul 2025 90,541 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2025 90,533 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength above chassis mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength above chassis mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Aug 2024 88,797 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2023 78,221 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2023 78,221 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Aug 2022 69,164 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2022 69,163 miles

Central Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

Nearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded and likely to fail (1.1.12 (f) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear 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 16 Jun 2022 68,965 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2022 68,965 miles

Nearside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced center rear body mount (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced center rear body mount (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 8 Sep 2021 61,562 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2021 61,562 miles

Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

Pass 8 Sep 2020 49,623 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2020 49,201 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2019 48,393 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 6 Jul 2018 46,937 miles

Nearside Front tyre cracking in tread

Fail 6 Jul 2018 46,933 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Front tyre cracking in tread

Pass 7 Jul 2017 44,834 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2016 41,821 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Unable to inspect rear seat belts

Underside of vehicle deterioating

Pass 6 Jul 2015 36,962 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

rear seatbelts not inspected as unable to gain access

Pass 5 Jul 2014 31,179 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2013 25,657 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2012 16,888 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2012 16,888 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 28 Jun 2011 19,611 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2011 19,611 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Axle swivel joint has excessive play (2.5.A.3b)

fluid leak near side axle swivel hub

Pass 13 Dec 2010 11,927 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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L2 BCT is a 2007 Suzuki Jimny in Red with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 28 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 67.9%.

Across all 2007 Suzuki Jimny models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.4% with a typical mileage of 51,838 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 L2 BCT, 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 19 years old, this Suzuki Jimny is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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L2 BCT is a 2007 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 14 December 2007.

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