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NJ12 XTE

2012 Suzuki Jimny

Blue Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Mar 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

38,603 mi
Last recorded38,603 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2026
Typical for 2012 Suzuki Jimny38,581 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNJ12 XTE
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Mar 2026 38,603 miles

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 6 Mar 2025 36,770 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Mar 2024 32,932 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material main (corroded just acceptable) (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Mar 2023 29,581 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2022 26,407 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2021 23,100 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2020 20,929 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2019 17,483 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2018 15,371 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2018 15,371 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 20 Feb 2017 13,628 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2016 11,712 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2015 9,090 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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NJ12 XTE is a 2012 Suzuki Jimny in Blue with a 1,298cc 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 NJ12 XTE, 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 NJ12 XTE registered?

NJ12 XTE is a 2012 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 5 March 2012.

Is NJ12 XTE safe to buy?

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