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MK12 ZFA

2012 Suzuki Jimny

Black Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Jul 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

25,918 mi
Last recorded25,918 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2026
Typical for 2012 Suzuki Jimny38,581 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMK12 ZFA
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2026 25,918 miles

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

Pass 16 Jul 2025 23,856 miles

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

Pass 16 Jul 2024 22,102 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2023 20,361 miles

both rear and o/s/f tyres cracking slightly

Pass 20 Jul 2022 18,633 miles

both rear and o/s/f tyres cracking slightly

Pass 5 Jul 2021 17,393 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2020 16,209 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2019 14,664 miles

Nearside Rear park brake effort is low indicating that service/repairs are required. the brake imbalance being recorded at 55%

The park brake lever working travel exceeds the vehicle manufacturer recommendations, indicating that service/repairs are required

Fail 23 Jul 2019 14,664 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear park brake effort is low indicating that service/repairs are required. the brake imbalance being recorded at 55%

The park brake lever working travel exceeds the vehicle manufacturer recommendations, indicating that service/repairs are required

Pass 18 Jul 2018 12,141 miles

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

Nearside Rear park brake effort is low indicating that service/repairs are required

The park brake imbalance has been recorded at 59%, indicating that service/repairs are required

Pass 18 Jul 2017 9,598 miles

The service brakes efficiency has only just met the minimum legal criteria, it appears the brakes are ready for service/repairs (3.7.B.7)

Pass 26 Jul 2016 7,798 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2015 6,375 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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MK12 ZFA is a 2012 Suzuki Jimny in Black with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 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 MK12 ZFA, 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 MK12 ZFA registered?

MK12 ZFA is a 2012 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 31 July 2012.

Is MK12 ZFA safe to buy?

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