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LO12 SZJ

2012 Suzuki Jimny

Blue Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jul 2027
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

57,972 mi
Last recorded57,972 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2026
Typical for 2012 Suzuki Jimny38,581 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLO12 SZJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2026 57,972 miles

Fuel Pipe/s corroded Front To Rear

Fail 20 Jul 2026 57,972 miles

Fuel Pipe/s corroded Front To Rear

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

Pass 10 Jul 2025 54,695 miles

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

Fail 10 Jul 2025 54,695 miles

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

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 12 Jul 2024 50,560 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2024 50,531 miles

Offside Rear Position lamp showing white light to the rear (4.2.3 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Jul 2023 47,361 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2022 23,972 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2021 36,280 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2020 32,053 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2019 29,415 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2019 28,942 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2018 27,312 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2018 27,312 miles

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

Pass 9 Jun 2017 25,576 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2017 25,576 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 17 Jun 2016 24,104 miles
Pass 29 May 2015 19,396 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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LO12 SZJ is a 2012 Suzuki Jimny in Blue with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 LO12 SZJ, 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 LO12 SZJ registered?

LO12 SZJ is a 2012 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 8 June 2012.

Is LO12 SZJ safe to buy?

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