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SM12 FGX

2012 Suzuki Jimny

Grey Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jul 2027
Tests20 (13 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate65%

Mileage

64,559 mi
Last recorded64,559 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2026
Typical for 2012 Suzuki Jimny38,581 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM12 FGX
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

13 pass 7 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2026 64,559 miles

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

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

Fail 24 Jul 2026 64,559 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

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

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

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

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

Pass 23 Mar 2026 64,158 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security N/s O/s Outrigger (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Fuel Pipe/s corroded

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

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

Fail 23 Feb 2026 64,116 miles

Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to rear at rear (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Axle king pin so loose it is likely to affect directional stability (5.1.2 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Fuel Pipe/s corroded

Nearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge side (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive out rigger holed & corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive out rigger (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases at joining section (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Exhaust silencer slightly loose at joining section (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Mar 2025 57,069 miles

Offside Front slight play at OSF hub bearing

Slight misting of oil at both front hub seal areas - not excessive

Pass 1 Mar 2024 47,680 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2024 47,680 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Mar 2023 39,293 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2023 39,288 miles

Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

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

Pass 4 Mar 2022 32,402 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2021 31,458 miles

hydraulic pipes for 4wd system corroded

Pass 7 Aug 2020 29,775 miles

hydraulic pipes for 4wd system corroded

Fail 7 Aug 2020 29,774 miles

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

hydraulic pipes for 4wd system corroded

Pass 10 Aug 2019 27,685 miles

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

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Fail 10 Aug 2019 27,685 miles

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

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

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 3 Aug 2018 25,066 miles

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

Pass 12 Jul 2017 22,274 miles

Nearside Front Tyre wearing on outer shoulder

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

Offside Front Tyre slightly perished

Offside Rear Tyre slightly perished

Pass 29 Jul 2016 18,221 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2016 18,221 miles

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

Pass 5 Aug 2015 13,391 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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SM12 FGX is a 2012 Suzuki Jimny in Grey with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65%.

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 SM12 FGX, 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 SM12 FGX registered?

SM12 FGX is a 2012 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 10 August 2012.

Is SM12 FGX safe to buy?

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