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SL12 GXE

2012 Suzuki Jimny

Black Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Apr 2019
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

91,724 mi
Last recorded91,724 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2018
Typical for 2012 Suzuki Jimny38,581 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSL12 GXE
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Apr 2018 91,724 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded front-rear (3.6.B.2c)

O/S/F Brake is binding on slightly

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 7 Apr 2017 72,987 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2017 72,987 miles

Nearside Front Lower Axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering (2.5.A.3a)

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

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 14 Apr 2016 59,006 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded o/s front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 11 Apr 2016 59,006 miles

Offside Front Lower Axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering (2.5.A.3a)

Brake pipe slightly corroded o/s front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 9 Apr 2015 43,715 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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SL12 GXE is a 2012 Suzuki Jimny in Black with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 SL12 GXE, 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 SL12 GXE registered?

SL12 GXE is a 2012 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 11 April 2012.

Is SL12 GXE safe to buy?

The MOT history for SL12 GXE shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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