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SJ12 XYW

2012 Suzuki Jimny

Blue Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Jun 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

40,679 mi
Last recorded40,679 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2026
Typical for 2012 Suzuki Jimny38,581 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSJ12 XYW
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2026 40,679 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2025 39,966 miles

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

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

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

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

Offside Front 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 28 Oct 2024 38,666 miles

Nearside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn on the limit (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 2.8mm (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 2.8mm (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 2.8mm (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 12 Oct 2023 37,351 miles

Nearside Front drive shaft oil seal slightly leaking

cracking on the tread area of all four tyres

Pass 25 Oct 2022 36,252 miles

front and rear tyres are original

sidewall cracking on all front and rear tyres

Pass 25 Oct 2021 34,748 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2020 33,438 miles

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

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

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

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

tyre size is 205 70 15

Pass 21 Oct 2019 32,155 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2018 30,748 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2017 28,921 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2016 26,088 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2015 23,711 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2015 17,854 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2015 17,854 miles

Centre Stop lamp obscured more than 50% (1.2.1c)

Centre Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

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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SJ12 XYW is a 2012 Suzuki Jimny in Blue with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 SJ12 XYW, 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 SJ12 XYW registered?

SJ12 XYW is a 2012 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 2 March 2012.

Is SJ12 XYW safe to buy?

The MOT history for SJ12 XYW shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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