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RO12 FVF

2012 Suzuki Jimny

Grey Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jul 2027
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

87,128 mi
Last recorded87,128 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2026
Typical for 2012 Suzuki Jimny38,581 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRO12 FVF
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2026 87,128 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))

Fail 3 Jul 2026 87,128 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 11 Jul 2025 81,413 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Aug 2024 75,693 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 6 Aug 2024 75,693 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 7 Aug 2023 69,780 miles

Rear both tyres wearing low

Rear diff slightly noisy

Pass 7 Jul 2022 63,597 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2022 63,596 miles

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

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

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 28 Jul 2021 57,356 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2020 53,346 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2019 49,459 miles

Nearside front tyre wearing outer edge

Pass 8 Aug 2018 45,305 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2017 41,419 miles

Rear Spare tyre defective cut within tyre tread plycords exposed

Fail 3 Aug 2017 41,419 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords cut within tyre tread (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 11 Aug 2016 37,976 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2016 35,856 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2015 24,942 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2015 24,942 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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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RO12 FVF is a 2012 Suzuki Jimny in Grey 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 RO12 FVF, 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 RO12 FVF registered?

RO12 FVF is a 2012 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 26 March 2012.

Is RO12 FVF safe to buy?

The MOT history for RO12 FVF shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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