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MV57 VJK

2007 Suzuki Jimny

Blue Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jul 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

119,078 mi
Last recorded119,078 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2026
Typical for 2007 Suzuki Jimny51,838 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMV57 VJK
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2026 119,078 miles

underbody waxoyled

Fail 14 May 2024 119,075 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

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

Nearside Inner Floor excessively deteriorated (6.2.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Offside Inner Floor excessively deteriorated (6.2.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Rear fuel tank rusted on seam ,risk of fuel leak

Nearside Front hub seal leaking oil on to brakes

Pass 17 May 2023 115,344 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2023 115,344 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake lagging in operation Nearside rear service brake and parking brake low effort.............. (1.2.1 (d))

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

Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush so worn or insecure that directional stability is impaired Both offside and nearside front axel swivel bearings badly worn poor condition .......... (5.1.2 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened Brake disc badly worn............ (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Both rear tyres badly splitting in treads /along with worn to limits poor condition.......... (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Adv surface corrosion to underside of vehicle and components attached.......

Pass 10 Aug 2022 112,684 miles

advise both rear tyres perished

Fail 10 Aug 2022 112,684 miles

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

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

advise both rear tyres perished

Pass 4 Aug 2021 109,291 miles

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Front Wheel bearing has slight play both (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Sep 2020 102,444 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Sep 2019 97,237 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2018 92,603 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Sep 2017 88,825 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2016 84,385 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2016 84,385 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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 22 Sep 2015 79,251 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 26 Sep 2014 72,184 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2013 65,748 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2012 51,922 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2011 37,707 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2010 23,257 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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MV57 VJK is a 2007 Suzuki Jimny in Blue with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 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 MV57 VJK, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was MV57 VJK registered?

MV57 VJK is a 2007 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 6 September 2007.

Is MV57 VJK safe to buy?

The MOT history for MV57 VJK shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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