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SJ11 YJW

2011 Suzuki Jimny

Blue Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Sep 2026
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

109,163 mi
Last recorded109,163 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2025
Typical for 2011 Suzuki Jimny40,142 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSJ11 YJW
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2011
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2025 109,163 miles

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

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

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Nearside rear and offside rear wheels feel slightly rough when rotated

Pass 12 Sep 2024 99,366 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside rear and offside rear wheels feel slightly rough when rotated

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

Underside of vehicle covered in underseal

Fail 12 Sep 2024 99,365 miles

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

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside rear and offside rear wheels feel slightly rough when rotated

Offside Front Brake binding

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

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

Underside of vehicle covered in underseal

Pass 27 Sep 2023 82,339 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside rear and offside rear wheels feel slightly rough when rotated

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

Underside of vehicle covered in underseal

Fail 27 Sep 2023 82,335 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside rear and offside rear wheels feel slightly rough when rotated

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

Underside of vehicle covered in underseal

Pass 15 Nov 2022 77,973 miles

under seal covering testable items under vehicle

Pass 26 May 2021 65,161 miles

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

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Towball/hitch not fitted at time of test ()

Fail 26 May 2021 65,161 miles

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

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

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Towball/hitch not fitted at time of test ()

Pass 8 Jun 2020 55,731 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2019 43,550 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2019 43,550 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play front (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Apr 2018 33,101 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2017 19,680 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2017 19,677 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2016 17,865 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2015 14,741 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2014 11,445 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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SJ11 YJW is a 2011 Suzuki Jimny in Blue with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 2011 Suzuki Jimny models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.3% with a typical mileage of 40,142 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 SJ11 YJW, 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 15 years old, this Suzuki Jimny is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was SJ11 YJW registered?

SJ11 YJW is a 2011 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 15 March 2011.

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The MOT history for SJ11 YJW shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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